Making a motion is a formal request that someone do something. In the legal context, it generally refers to asking the court to do something.
If I want the court to have a court reporter take down everything said at a hearing, I will make a motion to have the proceedings recorded. If I want my client to be granted bond, I'll make a motion for bond. If I want the US flag removed from the room, I'll make a motion for that. The purpose of making the motion depends on what the motion is.
The purpose of the crankshaft is to change vertical motion into horizontal motion.
To covert linear motion (pistons) into radial motion (flywheel)
The purpose of a motion alarm is to sound a warning when movement is detected. These can be used for business or personal protection against intruders.
A crankshaft converts reciprocating motion into rotational motion.
The purpose of a keel in a sailboat are to generate lift to counteract the force of the wind. The keel converts the motion of the wind into a forward motion for the sailboat.
because it is fun
because it is fun
It has no purpose. It simply states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
The purpose of making jokes, about any subject, is to amuse and entertain.
to terminate discussion on the motion
To entertain the people of today's world.
The purpose of the decision making process is to ensure that you have considered all possible options and are satisfied with the choices you are making.