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	Pronounced	Usage
Zenaida	-	Late Greek
Corrie	KAWR-ee (English), KAWRH-ee (Dutch)	English, Dutch
Lanny	LAN-ee	English
Faysal	-	Arabic
Bogomil	-	Bulgarian, Macedonian
Pejo	-	Croatian, Serbian