motor

nouns

machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion

motor

is derived from

is derived from

is derived from

is a type of (narrower)

any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

a nonspecific agent that imparts motion

"happiness is the aim of all men and the motor of all action"

motor

is a type of (narrower)

an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect

"their research uncovered new disease agents"

travel or be transported in a vehicle

"We drove to the university every morning"; "They motored to London for the theater"

drive, motor

is derived from

is derived from

conveying information to the muscles from the CNS

"motor nerves"

centrifugal, motor

causing or able to cause motion

"a motive force"; "motive power"; "motor energy"

motive, motor