motor

noun
UK: /ˈməʊ.tər/
US: /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɚ/

  1. A machine that changes power (like electricity or fuel) into movement.

    1. My car's motor is very old, it needs to be changed soon. [ ] [ ]
    2. The electric motor in this fan is surprisingly quiet for its power and size. [ ] [ ]

  2. Something that causes or encourages someone to do something.

    1. Curiosity was the motor that drove her to explore the unknown territories. [ ] [ ]
    2. His love for his family became the primary motor for him to work harder and achieve his goals. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

generator machine engine
motor verb

  1. To travel somewhere by car.

    1. We plan to motor to the coast this weekend for a short vacation. [ ] [ ]
    2. They decided to motor across country, enjoying the scenic routes along the way. [ ] [ ]
motor adjective

  1. Relating to physical movement caused by nerves and muscles.

    1. The accident affected her motor skills and walking became difficult. [ ] [ ]
    2. Doctors assessed his motor function after the surgery to check for any nerve damage. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "motor" in English means: A machine that changes power (like electricity or fuel) into movement., Something that causes or encourages someone to do something..

The phonetic transcription of "motor" is /ˈməʊ.tər/ in British English and /ˈmoʊ.t̬ɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "motor": generator, machine, engine.

Example usage of "motor": "My car's motor is very old, it needs to be changed soon.". More examples on the page.