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motive power

 

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Noun motive power has 1 sense
  1. locomotion, motive power, motivity - the power or ability to move
    --1 is a kind of mobility

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Motive Power

Definition:

Motive power refers to the force or energy that drives or propels a machine, vehicle, or any other mechanical device.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: Motive power can be used as a noun.

Usage Examples:

Noun:

  1. The steam engine was a significant development in motive power during the Industrial Revolution.
  2. Electricity is a common source of motive power for modern trains.
  3. Internal combustion engines provide motive power for most automobiles.

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