Operatives
/ˈɒpərətɪvz/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals employed to carry out specific tasks, especially in undercover or specialized roles within legal or investigative contexts.
The operatives conducted surveillance to gather evidence for the case.
Forms
- operative
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'operatives' often refers to persons engaged in executing covert or specialized operations, distinct from general employees.
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