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.