operates
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Is operates a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of operates?
Definition
verb (English)
1. direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.Examples: "She is running a relief operation in the Sudan"Synonyms: operate, run
2. perform as expected when appliedExamples: "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"Synonyms: function, go, operate, run, workAntonyms: malfunction
3. handle and cause to functionExamples: "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"; "control the lever"Synonyms: control, operate
4. perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defenseSynonyms: maneuver, manoeuver, manoeuvre, operate
5. happenExamples: "What is going on in the minds of the people?"Synonyms: operate
6. keep engagedExamples: "engaged the gears"Synonyms: engage, lock, mesh, operateAntonyms: disengage
Definition source: Wiktionary