operation

Meanings

• Noun

  A series of steps taken to complete a particular task or achieve an objective.

  - "The surgeon performed a successful operation on the patient."
  - "The assembly line operation involves several workers performing specific tasks."

• Noun

  The manipulation of data or symbols according to a set of rules.

  - "The computer performs complex mathematical operations in a fraction of a second."
  - "The scientist conducted several experiments to determine the chemical operation between two compounds."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɑpəˈɹeɪʃən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

function , transformation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with operation
operation , oppression , education , cooperation

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Homophones

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1. operation (English) : a series of steps taken to complete a task
   

2. operation (English) : the manipulation of data or symbols
   

3. oppression (English) : the unjust or cruel exercise of authority or power
   

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Variants

List of all variants of operation that leads to same result
operation , operations , sex change , sex change operation , sex change operations , sex change surgeries , sex change surgery , sex changes

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Forms

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Operate (verb): to perform an operation on or to carry out a process, Operations (plural noun): a set of processes or procedures

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Etymology

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The word 'operation' comes from the Latin word 'operatio', meaning 'work' or 'process'.

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Trivia

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1. The longest recorded surgical operation lasted for 87 hours.

2. The term 'operation' was first used in English in the 14th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. procedure: A series of steps taken in order to accomplish a task or objective.

2. process: A series of actions or changes that result in a product, a result, or a change.

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Culture

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Operations have been a significant part of human history, from ancient surgeries to modern manufacturing processes. In literature, the term 'operation' is often used metaphorically to describe complex processes or transformations.

How to Memorize "operation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a surgeon performing an operation in your mind, focusing on the precise movements and tools used.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'operation' with the idea of a complex process or series of steps.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic such as 'O Performs Actions' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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