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motors

  • plural
    of motor.
    motor
    noun
    a comparatively small and powerful engine, especially an internal-combustion engine in an automobile, motorboat, or the like.
  • present tense form
    of motor (3rd person singular).
    motor
    noun
    a comparatively small and powerful engine, especially an internal-combustion engine in an automobile, motorboat, or the like.

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Scientists first developed molecular motors powered directly by electricity in 2011.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026

These new thinner and folding wings will require twice as many small motors, or actuators, that control the movement of an aircraft's movable surfaces.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

In reality, the semi was inoperable, and did not have a hydrogen fuel cell or electric motors — the two most critical components of the truck.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2026

Ukrainian drone manufacturers rely on Chinese motors, batteries and electronics.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

Styx led us to a shelf stocked with dozens of lawn mower motors.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon