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/
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.
Breakdown
oper- (work, from Latin opus) + -ate (verb suffix) = operate
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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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