actuation — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The act of putting into motion.

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

   Examples

   Although an operator presses the button, the actuation is done by an immense series of levers and cranks.

   All the outside passenger doors are fitted with drop windows and outside actuation locks, and each end of the car has a Pullman type gangway.

Noun

1. the act of propelling

   Synonyms

   propulsion

   Broader terms

   actdeedhuman actionhuman activity