operate

动词

1. 1

   操作、使用

   You need a license to operate this kind of machinery.

   操作这类机具需要有执照。

2. 2

   运转、运作

   The elevator operates on a separate backup power supply.

   这部电梯靠独立的备用电源运转。

3. 3

   经营、管理

   They operate a small bakery near the train station.

   他们在火车站附近经营一家小面包店。

4. 4

   动手术、开刀医学

   The doctors decided to operate on her knee immediately.

   医师决定立刻为她的膝盖开刀。

5. 5

   运行、起作用

   Different rules operate once the contract is signed.

   合约一旦签署，就适用另一套规则。

6. 6

   行动、活动

   The gang had been operating in the area for years.

   这个帮派在该地区活动多年。