moves Meaning & Definition
What Does Moves Mean?
Moves is a noun that means plural of move. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of move. As a verb, it means To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
Moves: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //muːvz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | relocation, removal and play |
| Plural | only |
Moves Definition (Noun)
- plural of move
Noun
- A good ability to dance.
Check out the guy on the dancefloor, he's got seriously good moves.
Moves as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of move
Noun
- The act of moving; a movement.
A slight move of the tiller, and the boat will go off course.
- An act for the attainment of an object; a step in the execution of a plan or purpose.
He made another move towards becoming a naturalized citizen.
- A formalized or practiced action used in athletics, dance, physical exercise, self-defense, hand-to-hand combat, etc.
She always gets spontaneous applause for that one move.
- The event of changing one's residence.
The move into my fiancé's house took two long days.
- A change in strategy.
I am worried about our boss's move.
- A transfer, a change from one employer to another.
- The act of moving a token on a gameboard from one position to another according to the rules of the game.
If you roll a six, you can make two moves.
Verb
- To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
A ship moves rapidly.
- To act; to take action; to begin to act
Come on guys, let's move: there's work to do!
- To change residence, for example from one house, town, or state, to another; to go and live at another place. See also move out and move in.
I decided to move to the country for a more peaceful life.
- (and other games) To change the place of a piece in accordance with the rules of the game.
My opponent's counter was moving much quicker round the board than mine.
- To cause to change place or posture in any manner; to set in motion; to carry, convey, draw, or push from one place to another
The horse moves a carriage.
- To transfer (a piece or man) from one space or position to another, according to the rules of the game
She moved the queen closer to the centre of the board.
- To excite to action by the presentation of motives; to rouse by representation, persuasion, or appeal; to influence.
This song moves me to dance.
- To arouse the feelings or passions of; especially, to excite to tenderness or compassion, to excite (for example, an emotion).
That book really moved me.
- To propose; to recommend; specifically, to propose formally for consideration and determination, in a deliberative assembly; to submit
I move to repeal the rule regarding obligatory school uniform.
- To mention; to raise (a question); to suggest (a course of action); to lodge (a complaint).
- To incite, urge (someone to do something); to solicit (someone for or of an issue); to make a proposal to.
- To apply to, as for aid.
- To request an action from the court.
An attorney moved the court to issue a restraining order.
- To bow or salute upon meeting.
- To sell, to market (especially, but not exclusively, illegal products)
Synonyms of Moves
Antonyms of Moves
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Moves in a Sentence
Check out the guy on the dancefloor, he's got seriously good moves.
A slight move of the tiller, and the boat will go off course.
He made another move towards becoming a naturalized citizen.
She always gets spontaneous applause for that one move.
The move into my fiancé's house took two long days.
I am worried about our boss's move.
If you roll a six, you can make two moves.
A ship moves rapidly.
Come on guys, let's move: there's work to do!
I decided to move to the country for a more peaceful life.
My opponent's counter was moving much quicker round the board than mine.
The horse moves a carriage.
She moved the queen closer to the centre of the board.
This song moves me to dance.
That book really moved me.
I move to repeal the rule regarding obligatory school uniform.
An attorney moved the court to issue a restraining order.
Word Forms & Grammar
moves
moves pl (plural only)
Words That Rhyme With Moves
How to Pronounce Moves
You say moves as //muːvz//. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Moves
Is moves a noun or a verb?
Moves is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for moves?
Close synonyms of moves are relocation, removal and play. See the full list of moves synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of moves?
The plural of moves is only.