rule of operationglossary / RULE OF OPERATION rule of operation. Patents. A method of using a machine to produce its intended useful result. • A rule of operation and moving parts generally distinguish a machine from an article of manufacture. 词条贡献者 法律翻译Terence,毕业于欧洲顶尖的高级翻译学院,专注翻译各类与房地产与土地使用诉讼有关的法律文件。