operation
/ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/ · /ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/
CEFR level B1Topic HealthWord #3271 in the learning path
手术
Definitions
n. Medical treatment involving cutting into the body.
手术
n. The functioning or management of a machine, system, or business.
运行；运作；经营
n. A planned activity involving several people working together.
有组织的行动
Example
My aunt is recovering well after her knee operation.
我姑姑膝盖手术后恢复得很好。
The successful operation of public transport systems depends on reliable funding and careful long-term planning.
公共交通系统的成功运作有赖于可靠的资金支持和周密的长期规划。
Collocations
- have an operation
- perform an operation
- in operation
- rescue operation
Word family
- operate (v.)
- operator (n.)
- operational (adj.)
Usage tip
手术部位用on连接：an operation on the knee。
FAQ
- What does operation mean?
- Medical treatment involving cutting into the body. The functioning or management of a machine, system, or business. A planned activity involving several people working together.
- How is operation pronounced?
- UK /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/, US /ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
