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Webster 1913 Edition


Electromotor

E-lecˊtro-mo′tor

,
Noun.
[Cf. F.
électromoteur
.]
1.
(Physics)
A mover or exciter of electricity; as apparatus for generating a current of electricity.
2.
(Mech.)
An apparatus or machine for producing motion and mechanical effects by the action of electricity; an electro-magnetic engine.

Webster 1828 Edition


Electromotor

ELEC'TROMOTOR

,
Noun.
[electrum and motor.] A mover of the electric fluid; an instrument or apparatus so called.