Definition of "animation" in English

noun

1. The act of animating, or giving life or spirit.

   • […] by the animation of the same soul quickening that whole frame.

2. (animation, in the sense of a cartoon) A sequence of still drawings or inanimate objects displayed in rapid succession to create the illusion of movement in motion pictures or computer graphics; the object (film, computer game, etc.) produced

3. The state of being lively, brisk, or full of spirit and vigor; vivacity; spiritedness

   • He recited the story with great animation.

4. The condition of being animate or alive.

5. (linguistics) conversion from the inanimate to animate grammatical category

6. Activities offered by a holiday resort encompassing activities that include movement, joy, leisure and spectacle, such as games, sports, shows, events, etc.