B1nountechnologytravel
US/ˈmoʊ.tər/
UK/ˈməʊ.tə/
the part of a machine that uses electricity or fuel to make it move or work
In context
The fan stopped working because its motor had burned out.
This electric car has two motors, one at the front and one at the back.
Always turn off the motor before you clean the blender.
Words that go with motor
adjective + noun
- electric motorMost new scooters in the city now run on an electric motor.
- outboard motorThey fixed an outboard motor to their small fishing boat.
noun + noun
- motor vehicleYou need a license to drive any motor vehicle on public roads.
- motor industryThousands of jobs in the region depend on the motor industry.
- motor racingHe has been a big fan of motor racing since he was a boy.
verb + noun
- start the motorHe started the motor, and the boat moved slowly away from the pier.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I ride my motor to work every day.Correct: I ride my motorbike to work every day.