Meaning of own motion | Babel Free
Definitions
Relating to an investigation by an ombudsman or similar body which was initiated by the body itself, rather than being undertaken in response to a complaint or referral.
Australia, attributive, not-comparable
Examples
“Extensive media coverage of the issue led the ombudsman to commence an own motion investigation.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.