mobility

American  

[moh-bil-i-tee] / moʊˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

1. the quality of being mobile.

2. Sociology. social mobility.

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mobility British  

/ məʊˈbɪlɪtɪ /

noun

1. the ability to move physically

   a knee operation has restricted his mobility

   mobility is part of physical education

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

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Other Word Forms

• intermobility noun
• nonmobility noun

Etymology

Origin of mobility

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

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• motility vs. mobility

Example Sentences

“All the fundamental hurdles we would have talked about three years ago, we’ve overcome,” said Riedel, who is now executive vice president for aviation and future mobility at Metropolis Technologies, an artificial-intelligence infrastructure startup.

From The Wall Street Journal

German universities are also a popular destination for Indian students, and Merz and Modi are expected to discuss mobility rules for workers and students as well as cooperation on research.

From Barron's

The route to upward mobility in the U.S. used to be to graduate from college, work a stable white-collar job and buy a home.

From The Wall Street Journal

Trey Lance’s mobility becomes a weapon if the Chargers lean into it, using the run game, designed quarterback movement and play-action to keep Denver’s pass rush zeroing in.

From Los Angeles Times

The most severe from, ADOA-plus, can lead to hearing loss, muscle weakness and stiffness and mobility issues.

From BBC

Related Words

• flexibility
• maneuverability