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operative

adjectivemasculinetécnico/ɔpɨɾɐˈtɔɾju/low

o·pe·ra·tó·ri·o

Definition

Relating to or involved in a surgical operation.
The patient was transferred to the operative theatre.
The surgeon discussed the operative risks with the family.
Common collocations
operative fieldoperative blockoperative riskoperative procedure

Etymology

Do latim 'operatorius, -a, -um', relativo a trabalho ou operação.

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