| 单词 | prime mover |
| 释义 | prime mover 1. Mech. a. the initial agent, as wind or electricity, that puts a machine in motion. b. a machine, as a water wheel or steam engine, that receives and modifies energy as supplied by some natural source. 2. means of towing a cannon, as an animal, truck, or tractor. 3. Also called unmoved mover. Aristotelianism. that which is the first cause of all movement and does not itself move. 4. a person or thing that initiates or gives power and cohesion to something, as an idea, endeavor, or organization. [1935-40] |
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