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motile

/ˈməʊtaɪl/

Meanings
  • Adjective

    Moveable, able to move or cause to move.


Antonyms

sessile
Rhymes
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potable , contagious , edible
Variants
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motile , motiles
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'motilis' meaning movable.


Trivia
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  1. The bacterium Escherichia coli is an example of a motile organism.

  2. The ability of organisms to be motile is essential for their survival in many environments.


Related Concepts
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  1. Kinesis: The branch of physics that deals with the motion of objects.


Culture
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In literature, 'motile' is often used to describe characters or objects that are active and full of movement. In art, it can refer to the use of dynamic composition and movement within a piece.

How to Memorize "motile"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a living cell moving and changing, this is what 'motile' means.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with the idea of movement.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a memory hook by associating the word with the word 'motor' and the idea of movement.


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