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- motion study/ˈməʊʃən ˌstʌdi/A systematic analysis and detailed recording of the physical movements of a worker or piece of equipment while performing a specific task, aimed at identifying the most efficient method.nounC1/C2
- motion work/ˈməʊʃən wɜːk/A mechanism, especially in a clock or watch, designed to calculate and display calendar information such as the date, day of the week, or phases of the moon, based on the main timekeeping motion.nounC2
- motivate/ˈməʊtɪveɪt/to provide someone with a reason or incentive to do something; to stimulate interest or enthusiasm.verbverb-transitiveB2
- motivation/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃən/The reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way; the general desire or willingness to do something.nounHigh frequency
- motivation research/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃn rɪˈsɜːtʃ/The use of qualitative techniques (e.g., in-depth interviews, projective tests) in market research to uncover the subconscious psychological reasons (motives, desires, fears) behind consumer choices and behaviors.nounLow/Medium
- motivational research/ˌməʊtɪˈveɪʃənəl rɪˈsɜːtʃ/A branch of market research focused on uncovering the subconscious psychological motivations, emotions, and desires that drive consumer behavior and purchasing decisions.nounLow / Specialized
- motivator/ˈməʊtɪveɪtə/A person, thing, or factor that provides a reason or incentive for someone to do something.nounC1
- motive/ˈməʊtɪv/A reason or cause for doing something, especially one arising from an emotional or psychological need.adjectivenounverb+1B2
- motive power/ˌməʊtɪv ˈpaʊə(r)/The power that causes movement or makes something work; the source or means of generating motion.nounC1
- motivity/məʊˈtɪvɪti/The power or faculty of initiating motion; the capacity for movement or for causing movement.nounVery Low
- motlanthe/mɒtˈlɑːnti/A proper noun, specifically the surname of Kgalema Motlanthe, a South African politician who served as President of South Africa.nounExtremely Low
- motley/ˈmɒtli/Made up of many different elements, especially a varied mixture of people or things; or, a jester's costume of many colors.adjectivenounC1-C2
- motmot/ˈmɒtmɒt/A tropical bird of the family Momotidae, known for its distinctive racket-tipped tail feathers.nounVery Low
- moto/ˈməʊ.təʊ/A short, striking, or memorable saying or phrase, often used in branding, advertising, or by an organization to express its principles.nounB2
- moto perpetuo/ˌməʊtəʊ pəˈpetʃuəʊ/A continuous, unbroken flow of movement; perpetual motion.nounVery Low (C2)
- motocross/ˈməʊ.təʊ.krɒs/A form of off-road motorcycle racing held on enclosed, rough-terrain circuits with jumps and obstacles.nounC1
- moton/ˈməʊ.tɒn/A theoretical or historical term for a hypothetical elementary particle related to motion or momentum; in modern contexts, primarily appears as a surname, in brand names, or in technical neologisms (especially in physics/engineering contexts).nounVery low (extremely rare in general English; mostly confined to specialized technical literature, surnames, or brand names)
- motoneuron/ˌməʊtəʊˈnjʊərɒn/A nerve cell whose body is located in the spinal cord or brainstem and whose axon projects outside the central nervous system to directly or indirectly control muscles or glands.nounVery Low (C2/Professional)
- motor/ˈməʊtə(r)/A device that converts power (especially electrical or internal combustion) into mechanical motion.adjectivenounverb+2B1
- motor camp/ˈməʊ.tə ˌkæmp/A designated area with facilities where people can park motorhomes, caravans, or pitch tents, typically offering powered sites, shared amenities like toilets, showers, and kitchens, and sometimes recreational facilities.nounC1-C2 / Low-Frequency (regionally common)
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