motor

Derived from Latin 'motor', meaning 'mover' or 'one that moves'.

NOUN (1)
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engine technical / machine general
Synonyms engine technical , machine general

A motor is a device that converts electrical energy into mechanical motion, commonly used to power vehicles or machinery.

plural
motors
  • The car's motor needs to be serviced to ensure it runs smoothly. — 車のエンジンはスムーズに動くために整備する必要があります。
  • He is studying how to repair motors for various types of machinery. — 彼はさまざまな機械のためのエンジンの修理方法を勉強しています。
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VERB (1)
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drive casual / operate formal
Synonyms drive casual , operate formal

To motor means to operate a vehicle or machine, typically using a powered motor.

past present_participle
motorized motorizing
  • She learned to motor a boat during her summer vacation. — 彼女は夏休みにボートを運転することを学びました。
  • The engineer will motor the new machine to test its functionality. — エンジニアは新しい機械を操作する予定です。
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ADJ (1)
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mechanical technical / automotive formal
Synonyms mechanical technical , automotive formal

The term motor when used as an adjective describes anything related to the machinery or vehicles that use motors.

  • The motor industry is constantly evolving with new technologies. — 自動車motor産業は新しい技術で常に進化しています。
  • He specializes in motor design for electric vehicles. — 彼は電気自動車のための機械的デザインを専門としています。