Dictionary Check: working

"working" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 17 points

Definition

adjective

actively engaged in paid work

Example: "the working population"
Synonyms:
adjective

adequate for practical use; especially sufficient in strength or numbers to accomplish something

Example: "the party has a working majority in the House"
adjective

adopted as a temporary basis for further work

Example: "a working draft"
adjective

(of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing

Example: "in running (or working) order"
adjective

serving to permit or facilitate further work or activity

Example: "discussed the working draft of a peace treaty"
noun

a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked

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