verb To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
A ship moves rapidly.
verb To act; to take action; to begin to act
to move in a matter
verb To change residence, for example from one house, town, or state, to another; to go and live at another place; similarly to change the location of another establishment such as a business. See also move out and move in.
I decided to move to the country for a more peaceful life.
verb To transport (an item) as part of changing residences.
Before my lease ended, I gave away my old sofa because I didn't want to move it.
verb 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 waves moved the boat up and down.
verb To transfer (a piece) from one space or position on the board to another.
She moved the queen closer to the centre of the board.
verb To excite to action by the presentation of motives; to rouse by representation, persuasion, or appeal; to influence.
This song moves me to dance.
verb To arouse the feelings or passions of; especially, to excite to tenderness or compassion, to excite (for example, an emotion).