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operator

[op-uh-rey-ter] / ˈɒp əˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
one who operates a machine
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NOUN
one who operates workable property
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Antonyms
NOUN
manipulator
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NOUN
controller
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One potential beneficiary is hospital operator HCA Healthcare, which has historically grown revenue by 4% to 6% a year.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Meanwhile, shares of fellow tower operator Crown Castle finished the session 4.9% higher at $84.73 apiece.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

"A huge congratulations to the whole group; we wish them many more happy memories ahead," said Andy Carter, from Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

One Asian-based cruise operator, StarCruises, has started imposing fuel surcharges, at least for future bookings.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

She began speaking in an urgent tone to the operator on the other end of the line.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn