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the operative word
the operative word
the most important word in a phrase, which explains the truth of a situation He wants more time for his private life, private being the operative word. Photographers are not allowed anywhere near his family.
Common Names:
| Name | Gender | Pronounced | Usage |
| Zuri | | - | Eastern African, Swahili |
| Husniya | | - | Arabic |
| Sadb | | SIEV (Irish) | Irish, Irish Mythology |
| Heraclius | | - | Ancient Greek (Latinized) |
| Paige | | [peidʒ] | |
| HuỆ | | - | Vietnamese |