serve vs operate

operate vs serve

serve is a noun but operate is not a noun.

serve and operate both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
serve	Yes	No	Yes	No
operate	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, operate is a hypernym of serve; that is, operate is a word with a broader meaning than serve:

serve: be used by; as of a utility
operate: perform as expected when applied

Other hypernyms of serve include function, go, run, work.

serve (noun)	operate (noun)
(sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play

serve (verb)	operate (verb)
do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function	perform surgery on
put the ball into play	perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
provide (usually but not necessarily food)	handle and cause to function
help to some food; help with food or drink	keep engaged
deliver a warrant or summons to someone	perform as expected when applied
mate with	direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.
be used by; as of a utility
work for, or be a servant to
devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas
do military service
spend time in prison or in a labor camp
contribute or conduce to
promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to
serve a purpose, role, or function
be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

Difference between serve and operate

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