motion

Definition

  • n. a change of position that does not entail a change of location
  • n. a state of change
  • n. a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote
  • n. the act of changing location from one place to another

Word forms

Past tense
motioned
Present participle
motioning
Third person singular
motions
Past participle
motioned

Example sentences

  1. n.

    He made a motion to start the meeting.

  2. v.

    She motioned for him to come closer.