Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

work-hour

Noun
/wɜrkˈaʊər/
Definition
A work-hour is a period of time that an employee spends working in a job or on a specific task.
Examples
  • Many companies have flexible work-hour policies to accommodate their employees’ needs.
  • She manages her schedule to ensure she meets her required work-hours each week.
Meaning
It refers to the total hours that an employee is expected to work during a given time frame, typically measured in hours per week or in a workday.
Synonyms
  • work time
  • hours of work
  • shift