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operational

op·er·a·tion·al [ òppə ráyshən'l, òppə ráyshnəl ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. able to be used: in proper working order and able to be used
The new transportation link will be fully operational next month.

2. of operating: relating to the operating of something or to the way it operates

3. of organization's activities: relating to the operations of an organization, especially its day-to-day activities or the basic management and control of these

4. military combat-ready: ready for combat or maneuvers


op·er·a·tion·al·ly adverb
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