unmotorized
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Lacking a motor; not equipped with or powered by an engine: Describes a vehicle, device, or machine that operates without an internal combustion or electric motor, typically relying on human, animal, or natural power.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The park only allows unmotorized vehicles like bicycles and skateboards.
- For a peaceful experience, we rented an unmotorized canoe and paddled across the lake.
- The old farm still uses unmotorized tools for some tasks.
Advanced Usage
- Technical/Formal Contexts: Used in regulations, zoning laws, or technical specifications to distinguish from motorized equipment.
- The new ordinance designates this trail for unmotorized recreation only.
- Descriptive Contrast: Often used to emphasize simplicity, quietness, or environmental friendliness compared to motorized alternatives.
- They prefer the unmotorized version of the lawn mower for its quiet operation.
Variants and Related Words
- Unmotorised (adj): The British English spelling of 'unmotorized'.
- Non-motorized (adj): A synonym frequently used interchangeably with 'unmotorized'.
- Motorless (adj): Having no motor; a less common synonym.
Synonyms
- Non-motorized: Not equipped with a motor.
- Human-powered: Operated by human effort (e.g., a bicycle).
- Manual: Operated by hand, without a motor (e.g., a manual pump).
Antonyms
- Motorized: Equipped with or powered by a motor.
- Powered: Supplied with mechanical or electrical energy.
- Mechanized: Equipped with machinery, especially to replace human or animal labor.
Adjective
- having no motor