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What does actuate mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word actuate? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (transitive) To activate, or to put into motion; to animate.
  2. (transitive) To incite to action; to motivate.
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There are three different powder funnels which actuate the measure only if a case is present.
The moving cantilever can actuate another device or move a cam or wheel to generate rotary motion.
Levers can incorporate interlocks, requiring the user to actuate a release mechanism before he or she can move the lever.
To actuate a 3-way ball valve, our middle positioning kit is the ideal solution.
In one respect, we join in the complaint, but with motives of a different kind from those which actuate many of our fellow grumblers.
Electronic solenoids actuate the clutch elements and these are close coupled to the clutches to optimize response time.

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