# animator

/ˈænəˌmeɪtɝ/ (US) · /ˈænɪmˌeɪtɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/animator
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a person who creates moving images for movies, games, or cartoons. They draw or design each frame to make characters and objects look like they are moving.

For teachers: a person who creates moving images by drawing or manipulating objects, typically for film, television, or digital media.

## Examples

- The animator spent weeks drawing every frame of the movie.
- The studio hired a senior animator to lead the team working on the new children's series.
- While digital tools have streamlined the process, the animator's hand remains essential for capturing the subtle nuances of human expression that software alone cannot replicate.

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