electric motor
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of electric motor
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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The vehicle is a hybrid convertible powered by a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 and an electric motor, producing a combined 819 horsepower.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
It was also connected to a small electric motor to produce electrical current.
From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2026
Meanwhile, Mercedes AMG recently demonstrated a concept car with a novel, axial flux, 1,000+ horsepower electric motor that weighs a mere 28 pounds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025
Renault's F1 engine facility at Viry-Chatillon in Paris will instead be devoted to development of electric motor and battery technologies, as well as the company's remaining motorsport activities.
From BBC • Sep. 30, 2024
Air pressure is supplied by an electric motor that sucks air from the outside and passes it through virus filters and then injects it into the suit.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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