motor

/mˈə‍ʊtɐ/

/ˈmoʊtɝ/

Motor

a machine that converts any form of energy into mechanical energy

a nonspecific agent that imparts motion

to motor

MAIN VERB

travel or be transported in a vehicle

synonyms : drive

motor

(anatomy) connected with the neurons that control the muscle movements

causing or able to cause motion

synonyms : motive(a)

Examples

1. My sister's hair dryer has a powerful motor for faster drying.

2. The interneurons in the spinal cord help to relay signals from sensory neurons to motor neurons, allowing for coordinated movements.

3. They claim drag racing is the most exciting motor sport.

4. I put my hands on the machine to see if I could feel the motor running.