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telemotor

American  
[tel-uh-moh-ter] / ˈtɛl əˌmoʊ tər /

noun

  1. a mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic system by which power is applied at or controlled from a distant point, especially such a system actuating a ship's rudder.

Etymology

Origin of telemotor

First recorded in 1885–90; tele- 1 + motor

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The Titanic's bronze telemotor—used to help steer the ship—on the bridge.

From National Geographic

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