motion; sports; social movement
Meanings
5 senses · 13 examplesverb
(of an object) to move; to be in motion
formalScientific/physical term describing the change of an object's position relative to another.
The Earth moves around the sun.
Studying molecular motion is part of physics.
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Relative motion is easier to observe than absolute motion.
verb
to occur; to take place; to proceed (of all changes and processes)
formalA broad philosophical/scientific concept encompassing all changes in the universe, from physical motion to human thought.
The motion of matter is absolute.
Thought is also an advanced form of the motion of matter.
noun
sports; physical exercise; athletics
Refers to organized physical activities or games.
He does exercise every morning.
Track and field sports include events like running and long jump.
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He is an outstanding sports champion.
verb
to exercise; to do sports; to engage in physical activity
informalUsed as a verb meaning to participate in sports or exercise.
Let's go out and get some exercise.
For his health, he exercises three times a week.
noun
movement; campaign; drive (social, political, cultural)
Refers to large-scale organized activities aimed at achieving social, political, or cultural goals.
The May Fourth Movement had a profound impact on modern Chinese history.
The factory launched a technological innovation campaign.
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The environmental movement is receiving increasing attention.