driveunit
nounUK /ˈdraɪv ˌjuːnɪt/
US /ˈdraɪv ˌjuːnɪt/
A drive unit is the part of a machine that makes it move.
The toy car stopped because its drive unit was broken.
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2. A set of connected parts that work together to power a vehicle or machine.
The mechanic replaced the drive unit in the electric scooter.
3. A device that turns energy into movement in a robot or appliance.
Each wheel of the robot has its own drive unit.
4. The main power assembly of a computer's storage system, such as a disk drive.
The technician swapped out the faulty drive unit in the server.