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OPERATING

/ˈɒpəɹeɪtɪŋ/

9 letters · 4 syllables · verb, adjective

O 1/1
P 3/4
E 1/1
R 1/1
A 1/1
T 1/1
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Definition of OPERATING

verb

To perform a work or labour; to exert power or strength, physical or mechanical; to act.

verb

To produce an appropriate physical effect; to issue in the result designed by nature; especially to take appropriate effect on the human system.

verb

To act or produce effect on the mind; to exert moral power or influence.

adjective

In operation; that operates.

"Don't touch the operating machinery."

adjective

Involved in an operation.

Examples of OPERATING in a Sentence

  • "Don't touch the operating machinery."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
4
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
15
points

Is OPERATING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, OPERATING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 15 pts

Tip: OPERATING uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for OPERATING

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter operating Total
Scrabble 131111112 12
WWF 141111123 15

Anagrams of OPERATING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in OPERATING

100 words from the letters in OPERATING

9-letter words

How to Use OPERATING in Word Games

OPERATING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble OPERATING to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OPERATING

What does OPERATING mean?
OPERATING is a verb. To perform a work or labour; to exert power or strength, physical or mechanical; to act.
Is OPERATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OPERATING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OPERATING worth in Scrabble?
OPERATING is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 4 syllables.
How many words can you make from OPERATING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in OPERATING. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of OPERATING?
The anagrams of OPERATING (words using the exact same letters) are: PIGNORATE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.