1. the technology of creating and operating lifelike robotic figures or creatures, especially for entertainment or film
Usage: usually used as an uncountable noun; commonly used in film, television, and theme parks
2. a robotic figure or creature created using animatronics technology
Usage: countable use; often plural

Examples

• The dinosaurs in the movie were created using advanced animatronics rather than CGI.
• The theme park's animatronics performers entertained guests throughout the day.
• Engineers spent months perfecting the animatronics for the robotic elephant.
• Modern animatronics can move with remarkable realism and precision.
• The film relied heavily on animatronics to bring the fantasy creatures to life.
• Animatronics technicians worked behind the scenes to operate the lifelike puppets.