Zoetrope
[zәuitrәup]
Definition
(n.) An optical toy, in which figures made to revolve on the inside of a cylinder, and viewed through slits in its circumference, appear like a single figure passing through a series of natural motions as if animated or mechanically moved.
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Definition
n. a scientific toy by which several pictures of objects or persons in various positions are combined into one visual impression so as to give the appearance of movement or life—the Thaumatrope and Praxinoscope are variations.—adj. Zoetrop′ic.
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Examples
- This toy in turn was the forerunner of the Zoetrope, or so-called Wheel of Life, which was introduced into this country about the year 1845. Frank Lewis Dyer. Edison, His Life and Inventions.
- From these negatives, when developed, positive prints were made, which were later mounted on a modified form of Zoetrope and projected upon a screen. Frank Lewis Dyer. Edison, His Life and Inventions.
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