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Definition operative in British English

operative noun

[countable] noun
/ˈɒp(ə)rətɪv/
1

someone who does a particular kind of work, especially in a factory

Synonyms and related words
forewoman man on the factory floor
2

someone whose job is to do secret work, especially for a government organization

Synonyms and related words
agent breach of security bug
Definition operative in British English