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操纵
cāozòng
Description
操纵是指用手或工具控制机器，也可以指在背后暗中控制人或事情。
"操纵" means to control a machine with hands or tools, and can also mean secretly controlling people or events behind the scenes.
这个词常常带有不好的意思，比如操纵别人。
This word often has a negative meaning, such as manipulating others.
Meanings
操纵cāozòng
to operate or control a machine
他会操纵这台大机器。
He can operate this big machine.
操纵cāozòng
to manipulate or control secretly
他在背后操纵一切。
He manipulates everything behind the scenes.
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Notes
- Etymology
操 (to handle) + 纵 (to let go/control), together meaning to manage or manipulate.
- Nuance
often negative when referring to people; 操作 is neutral for operating equipment.
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