to operate
US /ˈɑːpəreɪt/
UK /ˈɒpəreɪt/
动词
1.
操作, 经营, 运转
to control the functioning of a machine, process, or system
示例:
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Can you show me how to operate this new coffee machine?
你能教我怎么操作这台新咖啡机吗？
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The company operates several factories in Asia.
该公司在亚洲经营着几家工厂。
2.
动手术, 施行手术
to perform a surgical procedure
示例:
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The surgeon will operate on the patient tomorrow morning.
外科医生将于明天早上为病人动手术。
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She had to be operated on for appendicitis.
她不得不因阑尾炎接受手术。