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Topic: Jobs

onboard

IPA: /ˈɒnˌbɔːrd/

KK: /ˈɒnˌbɔrd/

adjective

Definition: Referring to something that is carried or used on a vehicle or vessel.

Example: The onboard entertainment system kept the passengers entertained during the flight.

onboarding

IPA: /ˈɒnˌbɔːrdɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɑnˌbɔrdɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of helping a new employee get settled into a job by providing training and information about the company.

Example: The onboarding process at the company includes a week of training and orientation sessions.

oncologist

IPA: /ɒnˈkɒlədʒɪst/

KK: /ɑnˈkɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A medical professional who focuses on diagnosing and treating cancer.

Example: The oncologist recommended a new treatment plan for the patient.

opening

IPA: /ˈoʊpənɪŋ/

KK: /ˈoʊpənɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A space or gap that allows access or passage, or the beginning of an event or activity.

Example: The opening of the new park was celebrated with a big ceremony.

operate

IPA: /ˈɒpəreɪt/

KK: /ˈɑːpəˌreɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To function or work in a particular way; to carry out a task or action.

Example: The machine operates efficiently even in cold weather.

transitive verb

Definition: To control or manage something, such as a machine or a business.

Example: She learned how to operate the new software at work.

operated

IPA: /ˈɒpəreɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈɑːpəreɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Controlled or managed by a specific method or mechanism, such as a device that uses a battery or other power source.

Example: The battery-operated toy can move on its own without needing to be pushed.

verb

Definition: To control or manage a machine, process, or system to perform a specific task.

Example: The technician operated the new equipment with great skill.

operating

IPA: /ˈɒpəreɪtɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɑːpəˌreɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or involved in the process of functioning or working.

Example: The operating system on my computer needs to be updated.

verb

Definition: To control or manage a machine, system, or process.

Example: The technician is operating the new software to improve efficiency.

operation

IPA: /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ɑːpəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process or action that is carried out to achieve a specific result, often involving a series of steps or activities.

Example: The operation to build the new bridge will take several months to complete.

operational

IPA: /ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənl/

KK: /ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Ready to be used or functioning correctly; related to how something operates or works.

Example: The new software is now operational and ready for all employees to use.

operative

IPA: /ˈɒpərətɪv/

KK: /ˈɑːpərətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having an effect or influence; functioning or working effectively; important in a particular context.

Example: The operative factors in the decision-making process were carefully analyzed.

noun

Definition: A person who works in a specific job or role, often in a secretive or skilled capacity, such as a spy or a skilled laborer.

Example: The operative gathered information discreetly to help the agency.

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