motor
🇺🇸
/ˈməʊtər/
🇬🇧
/ˈməʊtə(r)/
noun
B2
A machine that uses power to create movement.
The motor in the fan helps it spin.
R
A source of power or energy that makes things happen.
Education is the motor for progress in society.
R
A car.
He drove his motor to the store.
adjective
B2
Having an engine or using engine power.
Only motor vehicles are allowed on this road.
B2
Related to vehicles with engines.
Motor racing is a popular sport worldwide.
R
Related to body movement controlled by muscles and nerves.
The doctor checked his motor skills after the accident.
verb
R
To travel by car for enjoyment.
We decided to motor along the coast for the afternoon.
translation
A machine that uses power to create movement.; A source of power or energy that makes things happen.; A car.
Having an engine or using engine power.; Related to vehicles with engines.; Related to body movement controlled by muscles and nerves.
To travel by car for enjoyment.
Word Forms
Plural
motors
Progressive
motoring
Past
motored
3rd Present
motors
Perfect
motored