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operator

[ˈɑːpəreɪtər]

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.

  • Example

    The phone operator connected me to the right department.

  • Example

    The mathematical operator '+' represents addition.

  • Example

    The logical operator 'AND' returns true only if both operands are true.

operator Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for operator

Phrases with operator

  • a company that specializes in organizing and selling package tours

    Example

    We booked our trip through a tour operator.

  • a mistake made by the person operating a machine or system

    Example

    The accident was caused by operator error.

  • a person who operates heavy machinery, such as bulldozers or cranes

    Example

    He worked as a heavy operator at the construction site.

Origins of operator

from Latin 'operari', meaning 'to work'

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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'.

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