operateとは 意味・定義・例文
Verb 動詞
1. (cause a machine or system to) work; perform a function
動く, 機能する｜～を動かす
This engine is operating smoothly.
2. cut open a patient’s body to remove or repair a part that is unhealthy or damaged; perform surgery
手術する
I had my nose operated on for sinusitis. ― I underwent an operation on my nose for sinusitis.