Motorized
/ˈmoʊtəˌraɪzd/
Definitions
Equipped with or driven by a motor.
/ˈmoʊtəˌraɪzd/
Equipped with a motor or powered by a motor.
The factory uses motorized forklifts to move heavy goods around the warehouse.
💡 Simply: Imagine a toy car that you have to push versus one that has a little engine. A toy car with an engine is motorized! It has a motor to make it go.
👶 For kids: When something has a motor to help it move, it is motorized, like a toy car or a scooter!
More Examples
The company provides a fleet of motorized scooters for short-distance travel.
During the war, a motorized column of tanks advanced rapidly.
How It's Used
"Motorized vehicles, like cars and motorcycles, have revolutionized personal transport."
"Motorized infantry are more mobile and can cover greater distances than foot soldiers."
"Many motorized boats are prohibited on the lake to protect the environment."
From 'motor' (from Latin 'movere', to move) + '-ized' (forming an adjective indicating 'equipped with a motor or powered by a motor'). The term gained prominence with the advent of automobiles and the development of powered vehicles.
Historically, 'motorized' became increasingly common in the early 20th century with the rise of the automobile and industrial mechanization.
Memory tip
Think of a motor as the driving force, so 'motorized' means 'having a motor'.