motor
Noun
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is a type of: machine - any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human taskssubtypes:
- electric motor - a motor that converts electricity to mechanical work
- engine - motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
- stepper, stepping motor - a motor (especially an electric motor) that moves or rotates in small discrete steps
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is a type of: agent - an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect
Adjective
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similar to: efferent, motorial - of nerves and nerve impulses; conveying information away from the CNSsame as: centrifugal
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similar to: causative - producing an effectsame as: motive
Verb
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referred to in: driving - the act of controlling and steering the movement of a vehicle or animalentail: ride - be carried or travel on or in a vehicleis a type of:same as: drive
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