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electric motor
A machine that uses electricity and magnetism to power an axle.

An electric motor converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.

This entry is located in the following unit: Automobile or Related Car Terms (page 3)
electric motor vehicle
A motor vehicle powered by an electric motor that draws current from rechargeable storage batteries, fuel cells, photovoltaic arrays, or other sources of electric current.
moped: motor + pedal
1. A motorbike that can be pedaled or driven by a low-powered gasoline engine.
2. A blend of motor and pedal.
  • Motor: A machine that converts energy into motion and can be used as a power source; for example, to drive another machine or to move a vehicle.
  • Pedal: A lever operated by the foot that powers a mechanism such as a bicycle, sewing machine, or the foot controls of a car.
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motel: motor + hotel
1. A kind of "hotel" intended to provide short-term lodging for traveling motorists, usually situated close to a highway and having rooms accessible from a parking area.
2. A blend of motor and hotel.
  • Motor: Relating to vehicles, especially cars, powered by a motor.
  • Hotel: A building or commercial establishment where people pay for lodging, and where meals and other facilities; such as, conference rooms also are often available.
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