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How to pronounce motor
Say it like this: /ˈmoʊtəɹ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does motor mean?
nounA machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion.
“The door can close by itself because there's a small motor built into it.”
A motor car, or automobile, sometimes extended to other powered vehicles, such as goods vehicles.
“Motor insurance is expensive for youngsters.”
A source of power for something; an inspiration; a driving force.
adjRelating to the ability to move.
“She has excellent motor skills.”
Propelled by an internal combustion engine (as opposed to a steam engine or turbine).
“A motor yacht for its size has about 30 per cent more accommodations than a steamer of the same size.”
verbTo make a journey by motor vehicle; to drive.
“On Saturday we motored down to Plymouth.”
To rotate a jet engine or turboprop using the engine's starter, without introducing fuel into the engine.
To progress at a brisk pace.
“Sales were slow at first, but now things are really motoring.”
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