26984 words

motor

8 definitions • 11 examples
1
a device that changes electricity or fuel into movement and makes a machine work:

Examples:

The pump is powered by a small electric motor.
Our washing machine needs a new motor.
mainly US A car stood by the curb, its motor (= engine) running.
2
a car:

Examples:

Do you know anyone who's looking for a second-hand motor?
3
connected with cars or other vehicles that have engines and use roads:

Examples:

This has been a difficult year for the motor industry/trade.
motor insurance
4
relating to muscles that produce movement, or the nerves and parts of the brain that control these muscles:

Examples:

He has poor motor control/functions.
5
to move or increase very quickly:

Examples:

Shares have motored ahead as profits have risen.
6
to drive:

Examples:

I was just motoring along, minding my own business, when suddenly I was stopped by the police.
7
an engine that makes a machine work or a vehicle move:

Examples:

an electric/diesel motor.
8
relating to muscles that produce movement and the nerves and parts of the brain that control these muscles:

Examples:

motor skills

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