motor

Signification

Noun

1. A machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion.
2. (colloquial) A motor car, or automobile, even a goods vehicle.
3. A source of power for something; an inspiration; a driving force.
4. Any protein capable of converting chemical energy into mechanical work.
5. The controller or prime mover of the universe; God.
6. (slang) The fermenting mass of fruit that is the basis of pruno, or "prison wine".

Adj

1. Relating to the ability to move.
2. Relating to motor cars.
3. Propelled by an internal combustion engine (as opposed to a steam engine or turbine).

Verb

1. To make a journey by motor vehicle; to drive.
2. To rotate a jet engine or turboprop using the engine's starter, without introducing fuel into the engine.
3. (informal) To progress at a brisk pace.
4. (slang) To leave.

Coupé comme

mo‧tor

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈməʊtə/

Étymologie

From Middle English motour (“controller, prime mover; God”), from Latin mōtor (“mover; that which moves something”), from mōtō (“I set in motion”).