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单词 actuate
释义 ac·tu·ate
\ˈakchəˌwāt, -ksh-\ verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Etymology: Medieval Latin actuatus, past participle of actuare, from Latin actus act, deed — more at act
transitive verb
1. : to put into mechanical action or motion
 < most of the hydraulically operated items of equipment are actuated by pistons and cylinders — W.R.Sears >
2. : to move to action
 < cultural developments which actuate and guide stylistic trends in art — Ralph Wickiser >
: stir or inspire to activity
 < motives which actuate religious fanatics — M.R.Cohen >
 < individuals actuated by economic self-interest — Douglas Bush >
intransitive verb
: to become active
Synonyms: see move
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