moto
|mo-to|
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🇺🇸
/ˈmoʊtoʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈməʊtəʊ/
movement or guiding principle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'moto' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'moto,' where 'moto' meant 'motion' or 'movement.'
Historical Evolution
'moto' changed from the Italian word 'moto' and eventually became the modern English word 'moto.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'motion' or 'movement,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'motorcycle' and 'slogan.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a motorcycle or motorbike, often used informally.
He rode his moto through the countryside.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a short phrase or slogan that encapsulates a guiding principle or belief.
The company's moto is 'Quality over quantity.'
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/04 05:14