Operational Definition
operational
adjective
- pertaining to a process or series of actions for achieving a result; "operational difficulties"; "they assumed their operational positions"
- fit or ready for use or service; "the toaster was still functional even after being dropped"; "the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable"; "an operational aircraft"; "the dishwasher is now in working order"
- (military) of or intended for or involved in military operations
- being in effect or operation; "de facto apartheid is still operational even in the `new' African nations"- Leslie Marmon Silko; "bus service is in operation during the emergency"; "the company had several operating divisions"
"Operational" in song lyrics
See how operational is used in real songs:
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"ag engineering and operational"
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"mistakes concrete operational"
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"concrete operational"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with operational
Usage tips for "operational"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "operational" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for operational to find words that pair well.