operating position

AmE /ˈɑpəˌreɪtɪŋ pəˈzɪʃən/

Definition

Definition of operating position - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

workplaceplace where a person controls a machine, vehicle, or system

The pilot adjusted his seat in the operating position before takeoff.

machine state

TECH.

state of equipment when it is running and doing its main job

TECH.

The valves must be closed when the pump is in operating position.

military

TECH.

location where military or emergency units work during a mission

TECH.

The unit moved to its new operating position before dawn.

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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 position

pole position

advantageous starting point in any competition or activity

Her extensive experience gave her the pole position in the job race.

shotgun position

front passenger seat in a vehicle

He called shotgun position for the road trip.

fallback position

backup plan if the first fails

We need a fallback position in case this doesn't work.

false position

situation where someone appears to be something they are not

His wealth put him in a false position among genuine entrepreneurs.

in a position

adj.

having the necessary ability or authority

She is in a position to make important decisions.

in no position to

adj.

not having the ability or authority to do something

He is in no position to make demands.

cement one's position

make one's status or role stronger

She worked hard to cement her position as team leader.

in pole position

adv.

in the leading or best position

She is in pole position to win the race.

put oneself in someone's position

imagine being in another person's situation

Try to put yourself in the manager's position.

have a position at the table

be included in important discussions

Minority groups must have a position at the table.

Examples of operating position in a sentence

A guard monitors the control room from a central operating position.
Always return the lever to its operating position after maintenance.
Sensors confirm the gate is in operating position before the train departs.
Each squad was assigned an operating position along the riverbank.
The helicopter circled until the rescue team reached its operating position.