JMdict: 1400010

操る 【あやつる】

  1. [v5r,vt] to operate (e.g. a machine); to handle; to manage; to control; to maneuver; to steer
  2. [v5r,vt] to have a good command of (a language); to play proficiently (of a musical instrument)
  3. [v5r,vt] to work (a puppet); to pull the strings of a puppet
  4. [v5r,vt] to manipulate (a person, public opinion, etc.); to pull the strings; to control from the shadows; to mastermind
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Kanji in this word:

Kanji Meanings On Readings Kun Readings
操 Maneuver, Manipulate, Operate, Steer, Chastity, Virginity, Fidelity ソウ, サン みさお, あやつ.る

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