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    Working

    /ˈwɜːrkɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The process or action of doing work.
    Her working on this project has significantly improved its quality.
    A means of livelihood or a job.
    He lost his working due to the economic downturn.
    verb
    The present participle of work; to be engaged in physical or mental activity in order to achieve a result.
    She is working on her project for school.
    To operate or function effectively.
    The machine is not working properly.
    adjective
    Engaged in work or having a job.
    He is a working professional in the tech industry.
    Relating to the operation or functioning of a particular system.
    The working conditions in the factory have improved.
    In a state of being operational.
    Make sure the lights are working before the presentation.

    Etymology

    Old English 'weorc' meaning labor or action.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    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.

    Related Words

    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.

    Slang Meanings

    Burning the midnight oil
    She's burning the midnight oil to finish her report.
    Head down
    He's got his head down working on the project.