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Modus operandi

MOH-dus op-uh-RAN-dee

/ˌmoʊdəs ˌɒpəˈrændi/

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Syllable breakdown

modusoperandi

Dictionary meaning

A particular way of doing something; a method of operation.

History and origin

Latin

Common mispronunciations

MOH-dus op-uh-RAN-dy

Pronunciation tips

Often abbreviated as MO.

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