Word MOTOR: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

motor

🇺🇸 [ˈmoʊtər]

Meanings

A device or machine that generates power, typically to move or operate machinery. Motors are used in various applications from vehicles to household appliances, converting electrical energy into mechanical force.

Examples

• The car's motor needs repair.
• They bought a new motor for the boat.
• A small motor powers the fan.

Synonyms

engine • machine • power source

Antonyms

hand-powered • manual • stationary