operating

op-er-at-ing · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    (adjective) Relating to the functioning or management of something.

  2. 2.

    (adjective) Used for or during surgical operations.

  3. 3.

    (verb) Present participle of "operate"; functioning or working.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    operating system — software that manages computer hardware and software
  • •
    operating room — a room where surgical operations are performed
  • •
    operating expenses — costs associated with running a business

Related words

See also: operate, operation, operational, operator

Etymology

Present participle of operate, from Latin operari ("to work, labor").