operator

Definition

  • noun: a person who uses and controls something (such as a machine, device, or business)
  • noun: one that 'operates'
  • synonyms: machiavellian, pbx operator, activist

Examples

  • She's quite an 'operator'—no one else could have gotten them all to agree to the project.

  • Call the 'operator' for the phone number.

  • the 'operator' of a nuclear power plant

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh, yeah, put him on. Mr. Sawyer. How are you? I have a half a dozen more checks on that tour operator at the BVI. (laughs quietly) (opens and shuts drawer) WOMAN (over P.A.): American Airlines (..)
    2002 Catch Me If You Can