operating mode

BrE: /ˈɒpəˌreɪtɪŋ məʊd/

Definition

Definition of operating mode - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

technology

TECH.

specific setting that decides how a machine or system works

TECH.

Switch the device to low-power operating mode for longer battery life.
Press F2 to change the router’s operating mode to bridge.
In silent operating mode, the printer won’t sound any alerts.

discard

dispose of

Add a suggestion |

Feedback:

Expressions with operating

operating in the black

adj.

making more money than is spent

The company has been operating in the black for the past three years.

operating in the red

adj.

experiencing financial losses or deficits

The company has been operating in the red for three consecutive quarters.

operating instructions

manual explaining how to use a device

He read the operating instructions to understand the new coffee maker..

operating environment

surrounding conditions that affect how an organization works every day

The company adapted to a changing operating environment in the market.

operating manual

book or document explaining how to use a device or machine safely

The technician checked the operating manual before adjusting the settings.

operating plan

detailed guide showing how daily work and activities will be done

The team reviewed the operating plan before starting the new quarter.

Expressions with mode

yo-yo mode

state of frequent changes or fluctuations

The stock market has been in yo-yo mode all week.

airplane mode

setting on a mobile device that disables wireless communications

She switched her phone to airplane mode during the flight..

silent mode

phone setting that mutes ringtones and alerts

I put my phone on silent mode during the meeting.

manual mode

setting on equipment where the user directly controls main functions

Switch the camera to manual mode to control the exposure yourself.

in panic mode

adj.

feeling or showing extreme fear or worry suddenly

The students were in panic mode before the big test.

mode of transport

method used for traveling from one place to another

Walking is the oldest mode of transport known to humans.

vibrate mode

setting on a phone for silent alerts

I switched my phone to vibrate mode during the meeting.

auto-pilot mode

state of performing tasks without active engagement

She completed her work in auto-pilot mode, barely noticing the time passing.

be in standby mode

be ready to act or be used

The rescue team is in standby mode, waiting for the call.

portrait mode

camera setting for focused subject with blurred background

I used portrait mode to take a picture of her.

Terms with operating mode included in their meaning

💡 A powerful way to uncover related words, idioms, and expressions linked by the same idea — and explore meaning beyond exact word matches.

unimodal

adj.

single way

having or operating in a single mode

View all translations of operating mode

✨Click below to see the appropriate translations facing each meaning.

French:mode de fonctionnement, ...
German:Betriebsmodus, ...
Italian:modalità di funzionamento, ...
Spanish:modo de funcionamiento, ...
Portuguese:modo de funcionamento, ...
Chinese:运行模式, ...
Japanese:動作モード, ...
Arabic:وَضْع تَشْغِيل, ...
Hebrew:מַצַּב הַפְעָלָה, ...
Russian:режим работы, ...
Ukrainian:режим роботи, ...
Hindi:परिचालन मोड, ...
Bengali:অপারেটিং মোড, ...
Catalan:mode de funcionament, ...
Czech:provozní režim, ...
Danish:driftstilstand, ...
Dutch:bedrijfsmodus, ...
Greek:λειτουργικός τρόπος, ...
Hungarian:üzemmód, ...
Khmer:របៀបដំណើរការ, ...
Korean:동작 모드, ...
Persian:حالت عملکرد, ...
Polish:tryb pracy, ...
Portuguese (BR):modo de operação, ...
Romanian:mod de funcționare, ...
Swedish:driftsläge, ...
Thai:โหมดการทำงาน, ...
Turkish:çalışma modu, ...
Vietnamese:chế độ hoạt động, ...

Browse the dictionary entries starting with “o”:

Discover how Reverso redefines the dictionary

Go beyond “simple words”

100,000 expressions & idioms Understand any expression you come across: from corporate jargon like 💬 touch base or ↩️ circle back to everyday expressions such as 🌊 out of the blue or 🦆 lame duck, as well as idioms like 🍲 spill the beans and 🐎 hold your horses.

40,000 images When you search for a concrete noun or object, images help you grasp the meaning at a glance. Try searching for 🧵 puppytooth, 🎠 merry-go-round, ⚜️ fleur-de-lys, or 💤 bunk bed.

Informal language & slang Everyday conversations are packed with informal expressions and slang. Meanings are clearly tagged, so you'll always know when a word is casual. Look up hangry (😋 hungry + 😡 angry), 😎 rizz, 🕹️ noob, or 🔑 low-key.

Abbreviations & acronyms Quickly decode modern abbreviations and acronyms. Go from IDK to OMG in seconds and stay up to date with popular abbreviations such as 🐐 GOAT, 📜 tl;dr, 👀 POV, or 🖥️ AFK.

Regional usage (US / UK) Reverso highlights regional differences between American and British English. You’ll never have to wonder where a word is commonly used: try lift vs. elevator, courgette vs. zucchini, or popular British slang like dodgy or banter. What’s more, when you search for 'color', you’ll immediately see its British counterpart, 'colour'.

Get more than a simple definition

Translations for each meaning View translations alongside each meaning to see how a word is translated in each context. Simply toggle translations ON and choose among 25+ languages. You can also display the translation of definitions or examples into your native language to deepen your understanding.

Synonyms & related words by meaning View synonyms and related words for each meaning, not just for the word as a whole. This helps you choose the most accurate word for your context. Click the

icon to discover related terms: analogies, antonyms, common collocates, words with same roots, umbrella terms… Try with happening or hunch.

Multiple examples for every meaning Each meaning comes with three real-life examples to show you how the word is used in different contexts. Click the

icon next to the first example to see two additional options and learn to use new vocabulary naturally.

Go from understanding to mastery

Save words for later review Click the

icon to save words you want to revisit. You can also save a specific meaning by clicking on the

icon next to it. For example, you might want to save the word “table” as a verb, which means “to postpone”.

Practice with personalized flashcards Reverso automatically transforms your searches and saved words into personalized flashcards and quizzes, featuring high-quality audio and usage examples. This helps you transform terms you only recognize into words you actually use confidently.

Learn with Netflix, YouTube, and your favorite texts With Reverso Chrome extension, transform movies, TV shows, articles, or song lyrics into an interactive lesson. Look up words and expressions in one click on any website and learn with your favorite content.

Definition of operating mode - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

Expressions with operating

Expressions with mode

Terms related to operating mode

Terms with operating mode included in their meaning

View all translations of operating mode

Discover how Reverso redefines the dictionary

Go beyond “simple words”

Get more than a simple definition

Go from understanding to mastery