- (of celestial bodies etc) to move along one's course
- (fig.) to function; to be in operation
- (of a train service etc) to operate; to run
- (of a computer) to run
Generated: This meaning refers to the movement of celestial bodies, such as planets or stars, following their natural paths in space.
The sun moves along its course every day.
Generated: This meaning indicates that something is working or functioning properly, often used for machines or systems.
This machine is functioning very well.
Generated: This meaning is used in the context of transportation services, like trains or buses, indicating they are in service and moving according to schedule.
This train operates on time.
Generated: This meaning refers to the operation of software applications on a computer, indicating they are executing or processing tasks.
This software runs very smoothly on my computer.