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motors

The correct spelling is motors.

How to pronounce motors

noun

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The correct spelling is motors. A machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion. For example: "Nice motor!"

Usage Examples

Nice motor!

On Saturday we motored down to Plymouth.

Sales were slow at first, but now things are really motoring.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion.
  2. 2.A motor car, or automobile.
  3. 3.A source of power for something; an inspiration; a driving force.
  4. 4.Any protein capable of converting chemical energy into mechanical work.
  5. 5.The controller or prime mover of the universe; God.

verb

  1. 1.To make a journey by motor vehicle; to drive.
  2. 2.To move at a brisk pace.
  3. 3.To leave.

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