prime mover
–noun | 1. | Mechanics. | 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. |
Origin: 1935–40
Medical Dictionary
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prime mover Pronunciation:
'prIm-'mü-v&r Function:
noun : AGONIST1
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