Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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operate | No | No | Yes | No |
relay | Yes | No | Yes | No |
operate (noun) | relay (noun) |
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the act of passing something along from one person or group to another | |
electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit | |
a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance | |
a crew of workers who relieve another crew | |
a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals |
operate (verb) | relay (verb) |
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perform surgery on | pass along |
perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense | control or operate by relay |
handle and cause to function | |
keep engaged | |
perform as expected when applied | |
direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. |