motor
/ˈməʊtə/ · /ˈmoʊtər/
CEFR level B2Topic TechnologyWord #3726 in the learning path
马达；电动机
Definitions
n. A machine that supplies power to move or operate something.
马达；电动机
adj. Relating to vehicles powered by engines or motors.
机动车的
adj. Relating to muscles, movement, or the nerves controlling them.
肌肉运动的
Example
The fan stopped because its motor had become too hot.
风扇停了，因为它的电动机过热了。
Activities such as drawing and building with blocks help young children develop fine motor skills.
画画和搭积木等活动有助于幼儿发展精细动作技能。
Collocations
- an electric motor
- motor vehicles
- the motor industry
- fine motor skills
Word family
- motorist (n.)
- motorised (adj.)
- motoring (n.)
Usage tip
motor skills指身体动作技能，与汽车无关。
FAQ
- What does motor mean?
- A machine that supplies power to move or operate something. Relating to vehicles powered by engines or motors. Relating to muscles, movement, or the nerves controlling them.
- How is motor pronounced?
- UK /ˈməʊtə/, US /ˈmoʊtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
