Something that produces or refers to motion. For example, a motor neuron is a nerve cell that conveys an impulse to a muscle for contraction, which then moves a joint.

In medicine, having to do with the movement of body parts.

1896, from motor (n.). Related: Motored; motoring.

element used extensively in 20c. word formation to indicate motorcar.

mid-15c., "controller, prime mover," from Latin motor, literally "mover," agent noun from past participle stem of movere "to move" (see move (v.)). From 15c. as "con [..]

Something that produces or refers to motion. For example, a motor neuron is a nerve...

engine used to create motion.

machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion centrifugal: conveying information to the muscles from the CNS; "motor nerves" drive: [..]

For combustion engines, this includes major specs like displacement and horsepower. For electrically powered vehicles, this includes the motor's DC voltage and possibly a description of how the electric motor operates.

A device which converts fluid power into mechanical force and motion. It usually provides rotary mechanical motion.

a machine which makes something work or move

defines movement, the production of something otherwise referring to muscular movements.

motor (pop)

In medicine, having to do with the movement of body parts.

A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

The magnet structure of a speaker

A machine which converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

A rotating machine that converts electrical power (either alternating current or direct current) into mechanical power.

A machine which transforms electric energy into mechanical energy. Standard motors are dual voltage and operate at 1725 RPM.

Motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy, along with some unwanted sound and heat energy. A simple motor, which can run on d.c. electricity, has a rotor coil and permanent field magnets. A [..]

UE, EM Motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy, along with some unwanted sound and heat energy. A simple motor, which can run on d.c. electricity, has a rotor coil and permanent field m [..]

(n) machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion(n) a nonspecific agent that imparts motion(v) travel or be transported in a vehicle(adj) conveying informat [..]

Pertaining to movement. [Click Here To Return To List]

A machine that produces motion or power for doing work.

A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

A device which converts electric energy into mechanical energy.

A device that transforms electric energy into mechanical energy, especially one that produces motion by means of a coil of wire around armature turning between poles of a magnet.

a mootman.

Muscle, nerve or center that affects or produces movement.

A machine which converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

A device which converts hydraulic fluid power into mechanical force and motion. It usually provides rotary mechanical motion.

A device that transforms electric energy into mechanical energy, especially one that produces motion by means of a coil of wire around armature turning between poles of a magnet.

There are several types of electric motors typically used in power tools:

Electric or hydraulic. Creates energy and motion to pumps, brushes and gear boxes.

Moving and using one's body; pertaining to movement. (one's body, by means of it, one moves about, and by means of it, one manipulates things)

  the mechanism which controls the rotation of the shutter and the transport of the film trough the camera, usually at 24 fps(frames per second) to achieve  the persistence of vision (which creates th [..]

An engine. Or the act of using an engine to move a boat.

(1) An engine. (2) The act of using an engine to move a boat.

sailing: Sailing with the motor on and in gear

(1) An engine. (2) The act of using an engine to move a boat.

Relating to motion, or body movement.

First, note if the motor is located externally or internally. Motors positioned within the dog treadmill housing are similar to human treadmills and are subject to the same issues of malfunctions due [..]

In medicine, having to do with the movement of body parts.

Any of various power units that develop energy or impart motion.

A device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. A motor can operate on direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC) voltage supply, not both.

A word used by Englishmen and student pilots when referring to an aircraft engine. (also see "Aerodrome")

In spacecraft, a rocket that burns solid propellants.

The conductive element in a DC brush-type motor used to transfer current to the internal windings.

Type of direct current motor that utilizes electronic commutation rather than brushes to transfer current.

Specialized motor that allows discrete positioning without feedback. Used for noncritical, low power applications, since positional information is easily lost if acceleration or velocity limits are exceeded. back to topN

UK term for auto

UK term for auto

a device which converts fluid power into mechanical force and motion.

A machine that converts electrical energy to mechanical energy. It is activated by ac or dc voltage, depending on the design. Manufacturers of Motors. Electrical Motor Motherboard. A Printed Circuit B [..]

A rotating device which converts electrical power into mechanical power.

A machine or device that converts any form of energy into mechanical energy, or imparts motion. (colloquial) A motor car, or automobile. *very rare

engine mechanical device

a mootman. motulinus:

See Servo Motor.