operator

/ˈɑpɚˌeɪtɚ/ · 4 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. (mathematics) a symbol or function representing a mathematical operation
2. an agent that operates some apparatus or machine
   “the operator of the switchboard”
3. someone who owns or operates a business
   “who is the operator of this franchise?”
4. a shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties
5. a speculator who trades aggressively on stock or commodity markets

Synonyms for operator

• manipulator
• hustler
• wheeler dealer

Words that rhyme with operator

• later
• accelerator
• generator
• indicator
• moderator
• accumulator
• administrator
• alligator
• collaborator
• crater
• demonstrator
• dictator
• gaiter
• investigator
• navigator
• radiator
• regulator
• translator
• amphitheater
• amphitheatre
• animator
• calculator
• cater
• commentator
• creator
• decorator
• elevator
• equator
• escalator
• excavator