operate — to control the functioning of a machine, process, or system
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to control the functioning of a machine, process, or system
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːpəreɪt/
Korean meaning: 기계나 시스템을 작동시키다, 운영하다
Korean pronunciation: 아-퍼-레이트 (강세: 아)
Example Sentences
- My grandpa can operate a smartphone better than me, but he still asks me how to turn off the TV.
- The hospital operates 24 hours a day to serve patients.
- I tried to operate the washing machine, but somehow my white shirt came out pink.
operate
VERB//ˈɑːpəreɪt//
to control the functioning of a machine, process, or system
The surgeon operated carefully during the emergency procedure.
The operator operated the crane to lift the heavy steel beams. (OPERATE = OPEN + ACTIVATE → to make something work, run, or function)
Operate the machine, create success, and celebrate the result.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'operari' meaning 'to work' or 'to labor,' derived from 'opus' meaning 'work' or 'task.' The word entered English through Old French in the 15th century.
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📝Examples
“My grandpa can operate a smartphone better than me, but he still asks me how to turn off the TV.”
“The hospital operates 24 hours a day to serve patients.”
“I tried to operate the washing machine, but somehow my white shirt came out pink.”
“The company operates in over 50 countries worldwide.”
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