Word Information

Operate

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Definitions for Operate

verb
direct or control
Synonyms
run
Examples
  1. projects, businesses, etc.
  2. She is running a relief operation in the Sudan
verb
perform as expected when applied
Synonyms
Examples
  1. The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in
  2. Does this old car still run well?
  3. This old radio doesn't work anymore
verb
handle and cause to function
Synonyms
Examples
  1. do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol
  2. control the lever
verb
perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
Synonyms
verb
keep engaged
Synonyms
Examples
  1. engaged the gears
verb
perform surgery on
Synonyms
operate on
Examples
  1. The doctors operated on the patient but failed to save his life

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