motor vs works

motor

noun
  • A machine or device that converts other energy forms into mechanical energy, or imparts motion. 

  • The fermenting mass of fruit that is the basis of pruno, or "prison wine". 

  • A motor car, or automobile, even a goods vehicle. 

  • A source of power for something; an inspiration; a driving force. 

  • Any protein capable of converting chemical energy into mechanical work. 

verb
  • To rotate a jet engine or turboprop using the engine's starter, without introducing fuel into the engine. 

  • To progress at a brisk pace. 

  • To leave. 

adj
  • Relating to motor cars. 

  • Propelled by an internal combustion engine (as opposed to a steam engine or turbine). 

  • Relating to the ability to move. 

works

noun
  • A mechanism or machine; the means by which something happens. 

  • A drug addict's equipment: syringe, needle, etc. 

  • Everything or everything that is available or possible; especially, all available toppings on food. 

  • Drastic treatment; abuse; the axe (dismissal). 

  • A factory or factories, or similar collection(s) of buildings. 

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