operating
Americanadjective
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used or engaged in performing operations.
an operating surgeon.
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of, for, or pertaining to operations.
an operating budget.
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of or relating to the proper operation of a machine, appliance, etc..
a manual of operating instructions.
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Railroads. of, pertaining, or belonging to railroad workers, as engineers or firemen, who are directly engaged in the mechanical operation of trains.
an operating union.
Other Word Forms
- nonoperating adjective
- unoperating adjective
Etymology
Origin of operating
Example Sentences
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Though operating cash flow remained strong in the last 12 months, it was dwarfed by capex.
From Barron's
Though operating cash flow remained strong in the last 12 months, it was dwarfed by capex.
From Barron's
He said the U.S. would provide “risk insurance” to tankers operating in the region, adding that the U.S.
The district proposed spending nearly $70,000 per location to connect 55 addresses despite many broadband providers already operating in the city.
“The crisis is expected to meaningfully affect second-half earnings and accordingly, the airline has suspended FY2026 guidance until fuel markets and operating conditions stabilise.”
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