motion
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈməʊ.ʃən/]
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Senses
1. motion (noun) — sense 1
Definition: A change whereby something goes from one place to another; a state of progression from one place to another; a change of position with respect to time.
Example: This is the great wheel to which the clock owes its motion.
2. motion (noun) — sense 2
Definition: A parliamentary action to propose something. A similar procedure in any official or business meeting.
Example: The motion to amend is now open for discussion.
3. motion (noun) — sense 3
Definition: An entertainment or show, especially a puppet show.
Example: when God gave him reason, he gave him freedom to choose, for reason is but choosing; he had bin else a meer artificiall Adam, such an Adam as he is in the motions.
4. motion (verb) — sense 4
Definition: To gesture indicating a desired movement.
Example: He motioned for me to come closer.
5. motion (verb) — sense 5
Definition: To introduce a motion in parliamentary procedure.
6. motion (verb) — sense 6
Definition: To make a proposal; to offer plans.
Example: Here's Gloucester, a foe to citizens,
One that still motions war and never peace
Structure of the word
Roots:- myewh₁ (Proto-Indo-European)
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