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Meaning of own motion | Babel Free

Adjective CEFR B2

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.
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See also

own-account ownable owned ownerless ownsome ownwayish

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