Pixar

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A renowned American animation studio known for pioneering computer-animated feature films and producing critically acclaimed movies with innovative technology and storytelling
2. A film production company famous for creating popular animated movies that combine cutting-edge digital animation techniques with engaging narratives and memorable characters
3. An influential animation firm that revolutionized the industry by delivering groundbreaking 3D animated films noted for their creativity, technical excellence, and emotional depth

Etymology: The name "Pixar" was never a Spanish word, though it was built to sound like one. It was conceived as a pseudo-Hispanism meaning "to make pictures", formed from "pix", meaning "pictures", with the Spanish verb ending "-ar" tacked on. The result sounds like a plausible verb from a Romance language, yet no such word existed before the company chose it. The studio's origins were in computing rather than cinema. The company that became Pixar began as a hardware and software venture focused on high-end graphics computers, and the name was a deliberate invention meant to be memorable and brandable. The "-ar" ending gave it the rhythm of a verb, suggesting that the company's business was the act of making images.