operating

/ˈɑpəˌreɪtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Relating to the functioning or management of a machine, business, or system.
    • The operating costs of the factory have increased this year.
    • The company's operating budget was approved by the board.
    • Please read the operating instructions before using the device.
  2. Involving or used for medical surgery.
    • The surgeon scrubbed in and entered the operating room.
    • The hospital has state-of-the-art operating equipment.
    • An operating table is designed to support patients during surgery.
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noun
  1. The action or process of making something work or function.
    • The operating of heavy machinery requires special training.
    • The operating of the new software is quite intuitive.
    • He is responsible for the safe operating of the train.
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