motion

motion [-s] n

L. motus.

1. Effect of impulse; action from either an internal or external force.
2. Persuasive force.
3. Proposal made; proposition offered.
4. Practical, regulated movement of the body.
5. Working of God in the soul.
6. Mechanized movement.
7. Power of movement; life.

motion [-ed] v

Fr. < L.

1. make a motion; movement intending action.