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Operating

9 lettersverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Present participle of operate; the act of functioning, controlling machinery, or performing surgery. It describes active engagement in processes, systems, or procedures.

The factory is operating at full capacity this month.

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Nine letters with -ING ending; contains OPER- root

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Worth 12 points; common business and technical terminology

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