Definition of "operating room" []

• A room equipped for performing surgical operations. (noun)

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• "Such necessities of a modern hospi - tal as a laboratory, an operating room and running water were un - dreamed of."
• "Liebchen, once known as Sierra Doe, died at 9:46 P.M. She was taken to the operating room from the trauma bay, where a quick exploration of her abdomen turned up surprisingly little damage."