locomotive

• Относящийся к перемещению с одного места на другое или обладающий способностью к такому перемещению; также используется как существительное для обозначения самоходного рельсового транспортного средства.

Relating to or having the power of moving from one place to another; also used as a noun for a powered rail vehicle.

1. Relating to movementB2formal

   Pertaining to the ability to move from one place to another.

   Двигательный

   • The locomotive system of the animal allows it to travel long distances.
   • Locomotive functions are essential for survival in the wild.
   • The study focused on the locomotive abilities of different species.

   Synonymsambulatorymobilemotilemoving

   Antonymsfixedimmobilemotionlessstaticstationary

• Самодвижущийся колёсный двигатель, используемый для тяги или толкания вагонов по железнодорожным путям.

A self-propelled, wheeled engine used to pull or push trains along railway tracks.

1. Railway engineB1formal

   A self-propelled, wheeled vehicle that provides the power to pull or push a train along railroad tracks.

   Локомотив

   • The old steam locomotive pulled the historic train through the countryside.
   • Modern electric locomotives are more efficient than their diesel counterparts.
   • The locomotive's powerful engine allowed it to haul heavy freight cars up the steep grade.

   Synonymsenginelocomotive engine