Elec. a machine for converting electric energy into mechanical energy
adjective
producing or imparting motion
of, having to do with, or powered by a motor or motors: motor oil, motor parts, a motor bicycle
of, by, or for motor vehicles: a motor trip
for motorists: a motor inn
designating or of a nerve carrying impulses from the central nervous system to a muscle that produces motion
of, manifested by, or involving muscular movements: a motor reflex, motor skills
intransitive verb
to ride in a motor vehicle; esp., to travel by automobile
Informal to walk or otherwise proceed at a swift or steady pace
transitive verb
Chiefly Brit. to convey by automobile
See motor in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(mōˈtər)
noun
Something, such as a machine or an engine, that produces or imparts motion.
A device that converts any form of energy into mechanical energy, especially an internal-combustion engine or an arrangement of coils and magnets that converts electric current into mechanical power.
A motor vehicle, especially an automobile: “It was a night of lovers. All along the highway … motors were parked and dim figures were clasped in revery”(Sinclair Lewis).
adjective
Causing or producing motion: motor power.
Driven by or having a motor.
Of or for motors or motor vehicles: motor oil.
Of, relating to, or designating nerves that carry impulses from the nerve centers to the muscles.
Involving or relating to movements of the muscles: motor coordination; a motor reflex.