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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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NOUN
manipulator
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NOUN
controller
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Example Sentences

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A mission operator engineer at Goonhilly Earth Station in Cornwall, he spent the flight glued to live radio links from the Orion capsule, listening in on real‑time chatter between the spacecraft and Houston.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

"I think the next owner of Thames Water should be an experienced, credible, long-term focused operator with the expertise and the resources to fix Thames Water," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Amazon struck an $11 billion deal to boost its nascent satellite internet business, buying satellite operator Globalstar and inking a deal with Apple.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Meanwhile, rival robotaxi operator Waymo on Wednesday announced it would offer autonomous rides to the general public in Miami and Orlando, Fla., and allow limited highway travel to Miami.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

“It’s possible. That’s the main point. If you’re determined to reach a particular operator, it’s possible.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse