Definitions for 'move':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word move. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /muːv/
US:
Definition 1
The act of moving; a movement.
A slight move of the tiller, and the boat will go off course.
Definition 2
An act for the attainment of an object; a step in the execution of a plan or purpose.
He made another move towards becoming a naturalized citizen.
Definition 3
A formalized or practiced action used in athletics, dance, physical exercise, self-defense, hand-to-hand combat, etc.
She always gets spontaneous applause for that one move.
Definition 4
The event of changing one's residence.
The move into my fiancé's house took two long days.
Definition 5
A change in strategy.
I am worried about our boss's move.
Definition 6
A transfer, a change from one employer to another.
Definition 7
The act of moving a token on a gameboard from one position to another according to the rules of the game.
If you roll a six, you can make two moves.
Verb: Verbs are action words that describe actions or states.
UK: /muːv/
US:
Definition 1
To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
A ship moves rapidly.
Definition 2
To act; to take action; to begin to act
Come on guys, let's move: there's work to do!
Definition 3
To change residence, for example from one house, town, or state, to another; to go and live at another place. See also move out and move in.
I decided to move to the country for a more peaceful life.
Definition 4
(and other games) To change the place of a piece in accordance with the rules of the game.
My opponent's counter was moving much quicker round the board than mine.
Definition 5
To cause to change place or posture in any manner; to set in motion; to carry, convey, draw, or push from one place to another
The horse moves a carriage.
Definition 6
To transfer (a piece or man) from one space or position to another, according to the rules of the game
She moved the queen closer to the centre of the board.
Definition 7
To excite to action by the presentation of motives; to rouse by representation, persuasion, or appeal; to influence.
This song moves me to dance.
Definition 8
To arouse the feelings or passions of; especially, to excite to tenderness or compassion, to excite (for example, an emotion).
That book really moved me.
Definition 9
To propose; to recommend; specifically, to propose formally for consideration and determination, in a deliberative assembly; to submit
I move to repeal the rule regarding obligatory school uniform.
Definition 10
To mention; to raise (a question); to suggest (a course of action); to lodge (a complaint).
Definition 11
To incite, urge (someone to do something); to solicit (someone for or of an issue); to make a proposal to.
Definition 12
To apply to, as for aid.
Definition 13
To request an action from the court.
An attorney moved the court to issue a restraining order.
Definition 14
To bow or salute upon meeting.
Definition 15
To sell, to market (especially, but not exclusively, illegal products)
Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms: relocation, removal, play
Synonyms: actuate, affect, trouble, agitate, get moving, stir, impel, impel, stir, incite, incline, induce, influence, instigate, offer, persuade, prompt, propose, rouse, stir, stir, transfer
