inoperable

• 指无法通过手术治疗或切除的，尤指肿瘤或疾病；也指无法正常运转、不能使用的机器或系统。

Describes a condition, especially a tumor or disease, that cannot be treated or removed by surgery.

1. Not functioningB2formal

   Not able to work or perform its intended function.

   不能正常工作的

   • The machine is inoperable due to a broken motor.
   • The computer system became inoperable after the power surge.
   • The old elevator is now inoperable and needs replacement.

   同义词brokendefectivedowninoperativemalfunctioningnonfunctionalunserviceable

   反义词functionaloperableoperativeworking

2. Not suitable for surgeryC1formalmedical

   Describing a medical condition, especially a tumor, that cannot be treated or removed by surgery.

   不可手术的

   • The tumor was found to be inoperable due to its location.
   • Doctors determined that the cancer was inoperable and recommended alternative treatments.
   • The patient was diagnosed with an inoperable brain aneurysm.

   反义词operable