调动diàodòng 1.更动(位置、用途){shift; transfer; move (from one place to another); change the use of sth.}: ～队伍{move troops}|～工作。{transfer sb. to a new post} 2.调集动员{mobilize; actuate; muster; assemble and put into action}: ～群众的生产积极性。{fire the masses with enthusiasm for production}