operating

/ˈɑpəreɪɾɪŋ/
/ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/
IPA guide

Definitions of operating
  1. adjective
    involved in a kind of operation
    “the operating conditions of the oxidation pond”
  2. adjective
    being in effect or operation
    “the company had several operating divisions”
    synonyms: in operation, operational
    operative
    being in force or having or exerting force
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘operating'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family