B1noun 2K

Operation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌɒpəˈreɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Operation

the process of cutting open a part of a person’s body in order to remove or repair a damaged part

In simple words: A task or activity that is done to achieve a goal.

Operation in a sentence

• The operation was scheduled for early morning.
• He was a key player in the military operation.
• The math operation was too complex for her to solve.
• They performed a successful operation to remove the tumor.
• The operation of the machinery requires special training.
• We need to improve the operation of our team's workflow.

How to use Operation

Used in various contexts such as business, military, and mathematics. It may seem too formal for casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

operation + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'operating' a machine – both require a clear plan for success.

Related words

Collocations with Operation

• major
• minor
• small
• have
• undergo
• come through
• during a/​the operation
• operation for
• operation on
• big
• large-scale
• major
• begin
• launch
• mount
• during a/​the operation
• a theatre/​theater of operations
• big
• large-scale
• major
• begin
• launch
• mount
• during a/​the operation
• a theatre/​theater of operations
• big
• large-scale
• major
• begin
• launch
• mount
• during a/​the operation
• a theatre/​theater of operations
• effective
• efficient
• smooth
• come into
• bring something into
• put something into
• during operation
• in operation
• in full operation
• into full operation
• big
• large-scale
• major
• begin
• launch
• mount
• during a/​the operation
• a theatre/​theater of operations

Synonyms for Operation

• procedure
• process
• function
• task
• mission

Opposites of Operation

• disruption
• inaction

Common mistakes with Operation

• 'Operation' used incorrectly to mean 'operation table' or 'operation room'.
• Confused with 'operation' as a synonym for 'procedure' in informal settings.
• Omitting the noun that follows 'operation', e.g., saying 'operation is' instead of 'operation of machinery is'.

Frequently asked questions about Operation

What does Operation mean?

A task or activity that is done to achieve a goal.

What is the definition of Operation?

the process of cutting open a part of a person’s body in order to remove or repair a damaged part

How do you use Operation in a sentence?

The operation was scheduled for early morning.

Can you give another example of Operation?

He was a key player in the military operation.

What are synonyms for Operation?

Common alternatives include procedure, process, function, task, mission.

What is the opposite of Operation?

Opposite meanings include disruption, inaction.

What words go with Operation?

It commonly pairs with major, minor, small, have, undergo, come through, during a/​the operation, operation for, operation on, big, large-scale, major, begin, launch, mount, during a/​the operation, a theatre/​theater of operations, big, large-scale, major, begin, launch, mount, during a/​the operation, a theatre/​theater of operations, big, large-scale, major, begin, launch, mount, during a/​the operation, a theatre/​theater of operations, effective, efficient, smooth, come into, bring something into, put something into, during operation, in operation, in full operation, into full operation, big, large-scale, major, begin, launch, mount, during a/​the operation, a theatre/​theater of operations.

What are common mistakes when using Operation?

'Operation' used incorrectly to mean 'operation table' or 'operation room'. Confused with 'operation' as a synonym for 'procedure' in informal settings. Omitting the noun that follows 'operation', e.g., saying 'operation is' instead of 'operation of machinery is'.

How do you pronounce Operation?

US: /["/ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɒpəˈreɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Operation?

Used in various contexts such as business, military, and mathematics. It may seem too formal for casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Operation?

"Operation" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.