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ride vs operate

operate vs ride

ride is a noun but operate is not a noun.

ride and operate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ride Yes No Yes No
operate No No Yes No
As verbs, operate is a hypernym of ride; that is, operate is a word with a broader meaning than ride:
  • ride: keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot
  • operate: keep engaged
Other hypernyms of ride include engage, lock, mesh.
ride (noun) operate (noun)
a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)
a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement
ride (verb) operate (verb)
harass with persistent criticism or carping perform surgery on
keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
copulate with handle and cause to function
be carried or travel on or in a vehicle keep engaged
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions perform as expected when applied
move like a floating object direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.
climb up on the body
sit on and control a vehicle
ride over, along, or through
continue undisturbed and without interference
lie moored or anchored
have certain properties when driven
be sustained or supported or borne
be contingent on
Difference between ride and operate

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