| motivator |
a person or thing that causes one to move or act by giving incentive or inspiration. |
| -motive |
moving, or relating to motion. |
| motive |
an idea, need, desire, or impulse that causes a person to act in a particular way or do a particular thing; reason. [2 definitions] |
| motiveless |
combined form of motive. |
| mot juste |
(French) the exact word or phrase for the situation. |
| motley |
made up of a contrasting variety of types, appearances, or the like; very heterogeneous. [4 definitions] |
| motmot |
any of a variety of tropical American birds related to the kingfisher that have long tails and blue or green plumage, and that dig out tunnels in which they nest. |
| motocross |
a cross-country race for lightweight motorcycles over rough terrain. |
| motor |
a device that causes or increases motion or power, esp. an engine or machine. [5 definitions] |
| motorbike |
a small motorcycle with a light frame. [2 definitions] |
| motorboat |
a boat driven by a motor mounted inside or outside the hull. [2 definitions] |
| motorcade |
a procession of motor vehicles for ceremonial or security purposes. |
| motorcar |
an automobile; car. |
| motorcycle |
a two-wheeled motor vehicle having a heavy frame and an uncovered engine. [2 definitions] |
| motor home |
a large van with living quarters. |
| motor hotel |
see "motel." |
| motorist |
a person who drives or rides in an automobile. |
| motorize |
to install a motor or motors in. [2 definitions] |
| motorless |
combined form of motor. |
| motorman |
the operator of an electrified vehicle such as a subway train, trolley, streetcar, or the like. [2 definitions] |
| motor pool |
a group of vehicles maintained for use by the members of a particular business or agency, or a unit of the military. |