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.
See also: word

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
PearliePURL-eeEnglish
Alfher-Ancient Germanic
Askin['æskin]
ChÂU-Vietnamese
EsmundEZ-məndEnglish (Rare)
Gunnhild-Norwegian, Danish