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motion (?), n. [F., fr. L. motio, fr. movere, motum, to move. See Move.] 1. The act, process, or state of c
| motion | (?), n. [F., fr. L. motio, fr. movere, motum, to move. See Move.] 1.
The act, process, or state of changing place or position; movement; the passing of a body from one place or position to another, whether voluntary or involuntary; -- opposed to rest.
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| motion | , v. i. [imp. & p. p. Motioned (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Motioning.] 1.
To make a significant movement or gesture, as with the hand; as, to motion to one to take a seat.
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2.
To make proposal; to offer plans. [Obs.] Shak.
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| motion | , v. t. 1.
To direct or invite by a motion, as of the hand or head; as, to motion one to a seat.
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2.
To propose; to move. [Obs.]
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-I want friends to motion such a matter. Burton.
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