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operator

[op-uh-rey-ter] / ˈɒp əˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
one who operates a machine
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NOUN
one who operates workable property
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Antonyms
NOUN
manipulator
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NOUN
controller
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Meanwhile, shares of fellow tower operator Crown Castle finished the session 4.9% higher at $84.73 apiece.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The satellite builder and rocket operator has confidentially filed IPO paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

One Asian-based cruise operator, StarCruises, has started imposing fuel surcharges, at least for future bookings.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Italy's total coal generation in 2025 was approximately 2,975 GWh, and less than 1 percent of national electricity output, according to state-controlled power grid operator Terna.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

In the building housing reactor 3, a crane operator was stuck in the cockpit of his crane.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland