motor scooter

noun

: a small vehicle with two wheels that is powered by a motor and that has a low seat and a flat area for resting your feet

Full Definition of MOTOR SCOOTER

: a low 2- or 3-wheeled automotive vehicle resembling a child's scooter and having a seat so that the rider does not straddle the engine

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1919

MOTOR SCOOTER Defined for Kids

noun

: a motorized vehicle having two or three wheels like a child's scooter but having a seat

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