What does MOVES mean?

Parts of Speech

Verb, Noun

Definitions

• Verb: to change position or location; to cause someone or something to change position or location
• Noun: an act of moving; a change of residence or location

Pronunciations

• US: /muːvz/
• UK: /muːvz/

Origin and Usage

The word "moves" originated from the Old English word "mōvan" which means "to move". The verb form of "moves" is commonly used to describe the act of changing position or location. It can also be used to describe making progress, taking action, or making a decision. The noun form of "moves" is often used to describe a change of location or residence.

Synonyms

• Verb: shift, relocate, transfer, transport, migrate, proceed, progress, act
• Noun: relocation, migration, transfer, transport, journey, trip, shift, change

Related Words

• Grope
• Chive
• Shove
• Crave
• Crude

Example Sentences

• He moves his arms and legs to exercise.
• She moves to a new city for work.
• The company moves forward with its expansion plans.
• He moves to a new house next week.
• The moves of the chess pieces are important in the game.