motive power

/ˌmoʊdɪv ˌˈpaʊər/
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Other forms: motive powers

Definitions of motive power
  1. noun
    the power or ability to move
    synonyms: locomotion, motivity
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    type of:
    mobility
    the quality of moving freely
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