locomotion

/ˌlɒkəˈmoʊʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the ability to move from one place to another, especially of a person, animal, or vehicle.

“The loss of locomotion due to injury left the patient unable to walk.”

2. noun

a mode of movement or a way of getting about, especially by public transport.

“She relied on public locomotion to get to work every day.”

3. noun

the act of moving or being moved, especially of a machine or a vehicle.

“The locomotion of the train was smoother than expected.”

4. verb

to move from one place to another, especially by walking or in a vehicle.

“The children enjoyed locomoting around the playground.”

Synonyms

  • mobility
  • movement

Antonyms

  • immobility
  • stationarity