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motion

/ˈməʊʃən/
noun

  1. A state of progression from one place to another.

    Similar: movement

  2. A change of position with respect to time.

  3. A change from one place to another.

    Similar: move, movement

Synonymsmove, movement, movement
Antonymsrest, rest
verb

  1. To gesture indicating a desired movement.

    "He motioned for me to come closer."

  2. To introduce a motion in parliamentary procedure.

  3. To make a proposal; to offer plans.

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