2009년 5월 3일 일요일

drive (some of its meanings related to engine, momentum, power)

5. VERB
If something drives a machine, it supplies the power that makes it work.    
  • The current flows into electric motors that drive the wheels.
9. VERB
If the wind, rain, or snow drives in a particular direction, it moves with great force in that direction.     
  • Rain drove against the window
  • driving ADJ : ADJ n      
    He crashed into a tree in driving rain
13. N-UNCOUNT
If you say that someone has drive, you mean they have energy and determination.     
  • John will be best remembered for his drive and enthusiasm.
14. N-COUNT
A drive is a very strong need or desire in human beings that makes them act in particular ways.     
  • compelling, dynamic sex drives.
15. N-SING : with supp
A drive is a special effort made by a group of people for a particular purpose.     
  • The ANC is about to launch a nationwide recruitment drive.     
  • = campaign   
.... Cobuild

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