Definitions | prime mover |
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- (philosophy) The initial agent that is the cause of all things.
- The component of a power plant that transforms energy from thermal or pressure form to mechanical form; typically an engine or turbine.
- (automotive) The front part of a semi-trailer type truck, i.e., the tractor to which the trailer part attaches.
- A military or heavy construction vehicle.
Translations: Etymology: Originally in translation of Latin primum mobile.
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