English Expression · Intermediate
motive power
The power that enables something to move
Pronunciation: say motive power
Meaning
The power that enables something to move.
Example
Using electricity as motive power for railroads will do away with fuel trains, tenders, coal handling, water, and all that.
Using electricity as motive power for railroads will do away with fuel trains, tenders, coal handling, water, and all that.
Practice tips
- Practice motive power out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.