mobility

[ moh-bil-i-tee ]

noun

1. the quality of being mobile.
2. Sociology. social mobility ( def ).

mobility

/ məʊˈbɪlɪtɪ /

noun

1. the ability to move physically

   mobility is part of physical education

   a knee operation has restricted his mobility

2. sociol (of individuals or social groups) movement within or between classes and occupations See also vertical mobility horizontal mobility
3. time that a resident of a secure unit is allowed to spend outside the unit, as preparation for an eventual return to society

Other Words From

• in·ter·mo·bil·i·ty noun
• non·mo·bil·i·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of mobility¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English mobilite, from Latin mōbilitās. See mobile, -ity

Example Sentences

“Next year I’m 92 and I struggle to keep going, to keep the mobility.”

From BBC

The researchers' findings suggest that protein mobility may be a linchpin for decreased cellular function in chronic disease, making it a promising therapeutic target.

From Science Daily

“Effectively delivering a safe, secure, efficient, and accessible mobility system to support these games will require the full support of the Federal Government’’

From Los Angeles Times

However, both agreed they could have easily moved to safety, given Mrs Nowland’s limited mobility.

From BBC

While the arterial line is the gold standard for blood pressure measurement in intensive care units and operating rooms, it is highly invasive, limits patient mobility, and can cause pain or discomfort.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• flexibility
• maneuverability