word
Operator
AH-pur-ay-tur
/ˈɑːpɜːrˌeɪtɜːr/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
operator
Dictionary meaning
A shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties.
Examples
- The operator of the switchboard.
- Who is the operator of this franchise?
Synonyms: hustler
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