operator Definition
- 1a person or company that operates a machine, vehicle, or service
- 2a symbol or function representing an operation to be performed
Using operator: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "operator" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The operator of the crane lifted the heavy load.
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The phone operator connected me to the right department.
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The mathematical operator '+' represents addition.
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The logical operator 'AND' returns true only if both operands are true.
operator Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with operator
Example
We booked our trip through a tour operator.
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The accident was caused by operator error.
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He worked as a heavy operator at the construction site.
Origins of operator
from Latin 'operari', meaning 'to work'
Summary: operator in Brief
An 'operator' [ˈɑːpəreɪtər] is a person or company that operates a machine, vehicle, or service. It can also refer to a symbol or function representing an operation to be performed, such as the mathematical operator '+'. Phrases like 'tour operator' and 'operator error' extend the term's usage. 'Operator' is a formal term for 'worker' or 'employee'.
