Operating: meaning, definitions and examples

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operating

[ ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ ]

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system management

The action of functioning or being in control of a machine, process, or system.

Synonyms

controlling, functioning, managing

Examples of usage

The smooth operating of the computer network is crucial for the company's success.
The operating of the new software was more efficient than the previous version.

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business

The amount of money that a business or organization makes or spends in carrying out its operations.

Synonyms

expenditure, income, revenue

Examples of usage

The company's operating expenses have increased due to the expansion of the business.
The operating income of the organization has seen a steady growth over the years.

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medicine

A surgical procedure performed on a patient.

Synonyms

operation, procedure, surgery

Examples of usage

The patient underwent an emergency operating to remove the tumor.
The success rate of the operating was high, and the patient recovered well.

Translations

Translations of the word "operating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 operando

🇮🇳 संचालित

🇩🇪 betriebsbereit

🇮🇩 beroperasi

🇺🇦 працюючий

🇵🇱 operacyjny

🇯🇵 操作中

🇫🇷 opérationnel

🇪🇸 operativo

🇹🇷 işleyen

🇰🇷 작동 중인

🇸🇦 تشغيلي

🇨🇿 provozní

🇸🇰 prevádzkový

🇨🇳 操作中的

🇸🇮 operativen

🇮🇸 starfandi

🇰🇿 жұмыс істеп тұрған

🇬🇪 მუშაობს

🇦🇿 işlək

🇲🇽 operativo

Word origin

The word 'operating' originated from the Latin word 'operari' which means 'to work'. It has been used in various contexts such as system management, business operations, and medical procedures. The term has evolved over time to encompass a wide range of meanings related to functioning, control, and performance.