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electromotive Definition

electro·mo·tive (ē lek′trō mōt′iv, i-; --trə-)

adjective

  1. producing an electric current through differences in potential
  2. relating to electromotive force

electromotive Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

force: The volt, a unit of electromotive force that drives current, was named in his honor.