operations manual — A comprehensive document that provides detailed instructions and procedures for operating equipment, systems, or processes within an organization
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A comprehensive document that provides detailed instructions and procedures for operating equipment, systems, or processes within an organization
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃənz ˈmænjuəl/
Example Sentences
- The coffee machine operations manual is thicker than a novel, but at least it has pictures!
- Please refer to page 47 of the operations manual for troubleshooting procedures.
- The operations manual clearly states that wearing a superhero costume to work is not part of the dress code.
operations manual
NOUN[/ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃənz ˈmænjuəl/]
A comprehensive document that provides detailed instructions and procedures for operating equipment, systems, or processes within an organization
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The term combines two Latin elements: 'operation' derives from Latin 'operatio' (work, performance, execution), while 'manual' comes from Latin 'manualis' (of the hand). Together, they denote a handbook for performing tasks by direct manual reference and handling.
Breakdown
operatio- (work, performance) + -n (action noun) + manu- (hand) + -alis (adjective suffix meaning 'of'). The compound literally means 'hand-held guide for performing work.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The coffee machine operations manual is thicker than a novel, but at least it has pictures!”
“Please refer to page 47 of the operations manual for troubleshooting procedures.”
“The operations manual clearly states that wearing a superhero costume to work is not part of the dress code.”
“Each department has its own operations manual tailored to specific job functions.”
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