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motor — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • engine noun A machine that converts fuel or energy into motion or force, especially the part of a vehicle that powers it.
  • motor noun A machine that converts energy, such as electricity or fuel, into motion.
  • powerhouse noun A person, team, or organization noted for great strength, success, or influence.

Senses

motor is used for these senses in English:

  • engine A complex mechanical device which converts energy into useful motion or physical effects. [from 16th c.]
  • motor A machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion.
  • powerhouse (figurative) Any source of power, energy or strength; a source of influence or inspiration

engine — full definition

  1. noun A machine that converts fuel or energy into motion or force, especially the part of a vehicle that powers it.
  2. noun A software system built to handle one specific technical job, usually named after that job.
  3. noun A person, group, or force that drives or powers something forward.
  4. noun A locomotive; the self-powered unit that pulls a train.

motor — full definition

  1. noun A machine that converts energy, such as electricity or fuel, into motion.
  2. noun A car; a motor vehicle (chiefly British).
  3. verb To travel by car (somewhat dated or informal).

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