Operations
/ˌɒpəˈreɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Business activities involved in running an enterprise or organization.
The company's operations expanded significantly last year.
- (n.) Legal actions or proceedings undertaken to achieve a specific outcome, such as enforcement or management of estates.
The court supervised the operations related to the trust's administration.
- (n.) Military or police coordinated actions conducted to enforce law, maintain order, or achieve strategic objectives.
The law enforcement agency launched operations to combat organized crime.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'operations' often refers to ongoing management activities or coordinated actions under legal authority; ensure clarity by specifying the context (business, legal proceeding, or enforcement).
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