operation

/ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: operations

Sense 1

Meaning · English

The method by which a device performs its function.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Phương pháp mà thiết bị thực hiện chức năng của nó

Machine-translated — suggest a fix

Noun

Examples

It is dangerous to look at the beam of a laser while it is in operation.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The method or practice by which actions are done.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Phương pháp hoặc thực tiễn mà các hành động được thực hiện

Machine-translated — suggest a fix

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “operation” mean?

The method by which a device performs its function.

Is “operation” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.