  | Because of the stylistic similarities between comic strips and early animated movies, "cartoon" came to refer to animation, and this is the sense in which "cartoon" is most commonly used today. Cartoons are usually shown on television or in the movies and were originally created by showing illustrated images in rapid succession to give the impression of movement. Although the term can be applied to any animated presentation, it is most often used in reference to programs for children, featuring walking and talking animals, superheroes, kids adventures, and other related genres. |
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