operate
Definition 1
To run something, such as a piece of machinery, or a business. "He had to go through 2 weeks of training before he was able to operate the crane without supervision."
Definition 2
To be in working order. "This fax machine no longer operates properly, but the one in the library is working fine."
Definition 3
Medical: To perform surgery. "The seriously ill patient needed a doctor to operate on him immediately, or his life would be in danger."
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