motion
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Also seen as: motions · motioning · motioned
Sense 1
A change whereby something goes from one place to another; a state of progression from one place to another; a change of position with respect to time.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
A parliamentary action to propose something. A similar procedure in any official or business meeting.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To gesture indicating a desired movement.
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
To introduce a motion in parliamentary procedure.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “motion” mean?
A change whereby something goes from one place to another; a state of progression from one place to another; a change of position with respect to time.
Is “motion” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.