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linear motor

Definition of linear motor

noun

an electric induction motor which produces straight-line motion (as opposed to rotary motion) by means of a linear stator and rotor placed in parallel.

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monocular

/ məˈnɒkjʊlə

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adjective , noun

with, for, or in one eye …

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