Definition of motor
(Entry 1 of 3)
2
: any of various power units that develop energy or impart motion: such as
a
: a small compact engine
c
: a rotating machine that transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy
motor
adjectiveDefinition of motor (Entry 2 of 3)
1a
: causing or imparting motion
b
: of, relating to, or being a motor neuron or a nerve containing motor neurons
motor fiber
c
: of, relating to, concerned with, or involving muscular movement
motor areas of the brain
2a
: equipped with or driven by a motor
b
: of, relating to, or involving an automobile
c
: designed for motor vehicles or motorists
motor
verb
motored; motoring; motors
Definition of motor (Entry 3 of 3)
1
: to travel by automobile : drive
2
: to move or proceed at a vigorous steady pace
motored down the field for a touchdown
: to transport by automobile
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The first known use of motor was in 1586
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