Meaning & Definition of word "Working"

Working

/ˈwɜːrkɪŋ/

1. The process or action of doing work.
- Example: Her working on this project has significantly improved its quality.
2. A means of livelihood or a job.
- Example: He lost his working due to the economic downturn.

1. The present participle of work; to be engaged in physical or mental activity in order to achieve a result.
- Example: She is working on her project for school.
2. To operate or function effectively.
- Example: The machine is not working properly.

1. Engaged in work or having a job.
- Example: He is a working professional in the tech industry.
2. Relating to the operation or functioning of a particular system.
- Example: The working conditions in the factory have improved.
3. In a state of being operational.
- Example: Make sure the lights are working before the presentation.

Old English 'weorc' meaning labor or action.

working from home:

Doing one's job remotely, typically from one's house.

working the room:

Socializing at an event to make connections.

working on something:

Engaged in a task or project.

working out:

Exercising to improve physical fitness.

working towards a goal:

Making efforts to achieve a specific objective.

worker:

A person who does a specific job or task.

workplace:

A location where work is done.

workload:

The amount of work assigned to someone.

work ethic:

A belief in the importance of hard work.

work in progress:

A task that is currently underway.

Meaning: Burning the midnight oil

Example Sentence: She's burning the midnight oil to finish her report.

Meaning: Head down

Example Sentence: He's got his head down working on the project.