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#1 operate v. [run] direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.; "She is running a relief operation in the Sudan". wn
#2 operate v. [function, work, go, run] perform as expected when applied; "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"; "Does this old car still run well?"; "This old radio doesn't work anymore". wn
#3 operate v. [control] handle and cause to function; "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"; "control the lever". wn
#4 operate v. [manoeuver, maneuver, manoeuvre] perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense. wn
#5 operate v. happen; "What is going on in the minds of the people?". wn
#2 operate v. [function, work, go, run] perform as expected when applied; "The washing machine won't go unless it's plugged in"; "Does this old car still run well?"; "This old radio doesn't work anymore". wn
#3 operate v. [control] handle and cause to function; "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"; "control the lever". wn
#4 operate v. [manoeuver, maneuver, manoeuvre] perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense. wn
#5 operate v. happen; "What is going on in the minds of the people?". wn
