# operation vs operator

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### operation
*noun · IPA /ˌɒp.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ · frequency rank #1,279*
The method by which a device performs its function.

### operator
*noun · IPA /ˈɒpəˌɹeɪtə/ · frequency rank #4,178*
A person or organisation that operates a device, system, service, etc.

## Source
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