machine operation
məˈʃiːn ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən
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Definition of machine operation - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
usagethe act of using a machine
  • He learned the machine operation quickly.
functioning operation running
2.
technologyTECH.management and control of machinesTECH.
  • Machine operation requires skilled personnel.
control operation
3.
taskTECH.basic task a machine performsTECH.
  • The machine operation was completed in seconds.
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Expressions with machine

money machinen.
automated teller machine dispensing cash
I need to find a money machine to withdraw cash.
killing machinen.
person or animal extremely effective at injuring or killing others
On the field, the boxer seemed like a relentless killing machine.
well-greased machinen.
something operating smoothly and efficiently
The new software system runs like a well-greased machine.
well-oiled machinen.
something that operates smoothly and efficiently
The team worked together like a well-oiled machine.
become a machinev.
start working with extreme efficiency and precision
During the project, she became a machine.
lean, mean machinen.
person or thing that is tough and aggressive
The boxer is a lean, mean machine in the ring.

Expressions with operation

shoestring operationn.
business run with very little money
The startup was a shoestring operation from the beginning.
sting operationn.
covert operation to expose illegal activities
An undercover sting operation revealed the corruption in the company.
false flag operationn.
deceptive act to disguise true responsibility
The attack was a false flag operation to blame the rebels.
it's a seat-of-the-pants operationexp.
run by guessing and quick choices, not careful planning
With no schedule or budget, it's a seat-of-the-pants operation.
theatre of operationn.
area where significant activities occur
The city became a theatre of operation for cultural events.
hours of operationn.
times when a place or service is open for people
The bank's hours of operation are listed on its website.
in operationadj.
currently functioning or being used
The new factory is now in operation..
operation on holdn.
planned activity temporarily stopped
The construction project is an operation on hold due to funding issues.
in full operationadj.
working completely and as intended without any problems
The factory is in full operation after the repairs.
out of operationadj.
not working or functioning at the moment
The elevator is out of operation today.

Terms related to machine operation

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Terms with machine operation included in their meaning

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runv.
machine operation
operate or function as a machine
controllern.
technology
device that regulates the operation of a machine
crank the handlev.
machine operation
turn a handle to operate a machine
governv.
machine regulation
regulate the speed or operation of a machine
control programn.
engineering
set of coded instructions that governs operation of a machine or process
crank itv.
machine operation
start or operate a machine using a crank
cut inv.
machine operation
start operating automatically
continuous dutyn.
technology
operation of a machine at set load for an extended uninterrupted time

Examples of machine operation in a sentence

  • The factory's efficiency improved with better machine operation.
  • The course covers machine operation and safety protocols.
  • Machine operation is crucial in modern manufacturing.
  • Understanding machine operation is essential for maintenance workers.
  • Training includes learning each machine operation thoroughly.

View all translations of machine operation

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  1. French:utilisation de la machine, exploitation des machines, ...
  2. German:Maschinenbedienung, Maschinenfunktion, ...
  3. Italian:funzionamento della macchina, operazione delle macchine, ...
  4. Spanish:operación de la máquina, operación de máquinas, ...
  5. Portuguese:operação de máquina, operação de máquinas, ...
  6. Chinese:机器操作, 设备管理, ...
  7. Japanese:機械操作, 機械管理, ...
  8. Arabic:تَشْغِيل الآلَة, تَشْغِيل الآلَات, ...
  9. Hebrew:תִּפְעוּל מְכוֹנָה, תִּפְעוּל מְכוֹנוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:эксплуатация машины, управление машинами, ...
  11. Ukrainian:експлуатація машини, управління машинами, ...
  12. Hindi:मशीन संचालन, मशीन प्रबंधन, ...

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