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操(あやつ)る
Rank #2,150

Meanings

  • Godan verb with 'ru' ending, transitive verb
    1. to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer
  • 2. to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)
  • 3. to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet
  • 4. to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind

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操る
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あやつる
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