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operative
adjectivemasculinetechnicaluncommon/ɔpɨɾɐˈtɔɾju/o·pe·ra·tó·ri·o
Definition
1Relating to or involved in a surgical operation.
Usage examples
“The patient was transferred to the operative theatre.”
“The surgeon discussed the operative risks with the family.”
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Common combinations
operative fieldoperative blockoperative riskoperative procedure