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- pronunciation:
- mo
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- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
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A motor is a machine that causes something to move or have the power to work. Cars, electric fans, and washing machines are some things that have motors.
We put a motor in our model airplane, and we're going to see how it can fly.
- synonyms:
- engine
- similar words:
- apparatus, device, machine
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machine |
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
Something "motor" has to do with motors or with vehicles driven by a motor. Motor oil is oil for motors. A car is called a "motor vehicle" because it is driven by a motor.
Most gas stations sell motor oil.- similar words:
- charged, powered, propelled
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| definition 2: |
Something "motor" has to do with the way your muscles and your nerves work together to allow you to move. Your "motor nerves," for example, are the nerves that have to do with moving your body.
Sam's uncle had an accident and now he can't move his hand. The doctor says it's because of damage to his motor nerves.If you have good motor skills, it means you can move well and do things well with your body and hands. It takes good motor skills to be good at sports.Babies are very messy when they eat because they don't have good motor skills. |
Word Builder: motor +
- motorboat:
a small boat with a motor.
- motorist:
a person who drives a car or other motor vehicle.
- motor vehicle:
a vehicle with a motor, such as a car or truck.
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