motorize
/ˈmoʊtəraɪz/Definitions
1. verb
to equip with a motor or motors
“The company decided to motorize the bicycles to make them more efficient.”
2. verb
to operate or use a motor or motors
“She learned how to motorize the old car and drive it to work.”
3. verb
to provide with a motorized system or mechanism
“The city aims to motorize its public transportation system to reduce pollution.”
4. noun
the act of equipping something with a motor or motors
“The motorization of the vehicles on the road has increased air pollution.”