operative
[ op-er-uh-tiv, op-ruh-tiv, op-uh-rey-tiv ]
/ ˈɒp ər ə tɪv, ˈɒp rə tɪv, ˈɒp əˌreɪ tɪv /
noun
adjective
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This is a world of progressive decentralization and interoperative possibilities.
The Civilization of Illiteracy|Mihai Nadin
British Dictionary definitions for interoperative
operative
/ (ˈɒpərətɪv) /
adjective
in force, effect, or operation
exerting force or influence
producing a desired effect; significantthe operative word
of or relating to a surgical procedure
noun
a worker, esp one with a special skill
US a private detective
Derived forms of operative
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Medical definitions for interoperative
operative
[ ŏp′ər-ə-tĭv, -ə-rā′tĭv, ŏp′rə- ]
adj.
Of, relating to, or resulting from a surgical operation.
Functioning effectively; efficient.
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