operationally
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/ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃənəli/
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/ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənəli/
(operational)
functioning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'operationally' originates from the word 'operation', which comes from Latin 'operatio', meaning 'a working or activity'.
Historical Evolution
'operatio' transformed into the Old French word 'operacion', and eventually became the modern English word 'operation'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a working or activity', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the functioning of a system or process'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner related to the operation or functioning of a system or process.
The machine is operationally efficient.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45