Definition of operating table
:a special table in an operating room that a person lies on while having an operation
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operating table
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operating
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: of, relating to, or used for or in operations
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table
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: a piece of furniture consisting of a smooth flat slab fixed on legs
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: a group of people assembled at or as if at a table
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: a legislative or negotiating session
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: to remove (something, such as a parliamentary motion) from consideration indefinitely
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: to place on the agenda
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: to put on a table
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: suitable for a table or for use at a table
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: suitable for serving at a table
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: proper for conduct at a table
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