pixilation

/ˌpɪksəˈleɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of converting an image or video into pixels, or the resulting blocky appearance.
    • Old computer games are known for their charming pixilation.
    • The video editor used pixilation to hide the person's face for privacy.
    • Pixilation can happen when you enlarge a small photo too much.
  2. A stop-motion animation technique where live actors are filmed frame by frame to create a jerky, puppet-like movement.
    • The filmmaker's use of pixilation gave the movie a surreal, dreamlike quality.
    • Pixilation is a fun way to make short films without expensive equipment.
    • The music video used pixilation to make the dancers appear to float across the room.
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