Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prime-mover
noun
/praɪm ˈmuːvər/
Definition
A prime mover is an entity that initiates movement or action, particularly in a mechanical context.
Examples
- The engineer designed the prime mover of the engine to improve efficiency.
- In philosophical terms, Aristotle referred to the concept of the prime mover as a first cause of all motion.
- The new wind turbine acts as a prime mover in generating renewable energy for the community.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it refers to something or someone that plays a crucial role in putting a process or system into motion.
Synonyms
- initiator
- driver
- generator
- catalyst
