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Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

working

Pronunciation:/ˈwɜːkɪŋ//ˈwɝkɪŋ/

noun

Definitions

  1. (usually in the plural) Operation; action.

  2. Method of operation.

  3. The incidental or subsidiary calculations performed in solving an overall problem.

    Example: Be sure to check your working.

  4. Fermentation.

working

Pronunciation:/ˈwɜːkɪŋ//ˈwɝkɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To do a specific task by employing physical or mental powers.

    Example: He’s working in a bar.

  2. To effect by gradual degrees.

    Example: he worked his way through the crowd

  3. To embroider with thread.

  4. To set into action.

    Example: He worked the levers.

adjective

Definitions

  1. That is or are functioning.

    Example: a working ventilator

  2. That suffices but requires additional work.

    Example: a working copy of the script

  3. In paid employment.

    Example: working mothers

  4. Of or relating to employment.

    Example: the working week