1
: of, relating to, or functioning in locomotion
2
: affecting or involving the locomotor organs

Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of locomotor was in 1844

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“Locomotor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/locomotor. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

locomotor

adjective
: of, relating to, or used in locomotion

Medical Definition

locomotor

adjective
1
: of, relating to, or functioning in locomotion
2
: affecting or involving the locomotor organs
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