L'opération (en. The operation)
/l‿opeʁaˈsjɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Action, process by which something is achieved.
The operation was a success.
L'opération a été un succès.
Set of measures taken to achieve a goal.
We need to establish an operation plan.
Nous devons établir un plan d'opération.
Surgical intervention.
He underwent heart surgery.
Il a subi une opération au cœur.
Mathematical or logical manipulation.
This mathematical operation is complex.
Cette opération mathématique est complexe.
Etymology
From the Latin 'operatio', meaning 'action', 'work'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Put into operation
To start an action or a process.
mettre en opération
Routine operation
Usual and planned action.
opération de routine
Special operation
Action requiring exceptional measures.
opération spéciale
Baptism operation
First execution of a project or task.
opération baptême
Related Words
Operate
To perform an action or operation.
opérer
Operator
Person who carries out operations.
opérateur
Operative
Concerning operations, often surgical.
opératoire
Operational
Which is operational.
opérationnel
Slang Meanings
Big score
This operation was a big score.
Cette opération était un gros coup.
Action plan
We have an operation plan for the weekend.
On a un plan d'opération pour le week-end.