Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
white-collar worker
Noun
/ˈwaɪtˌkɒl.ər ˈwɜː.kər/
Definition
A white-collar worker is a person who performs professional, managerial, or administrative work, often in an office setting.
Examples
- Many white-collar workers shifted to remote work during the pandemic.
- She is a white-collar worker in the finance industry.
- Job opportunities for white-collar workers have increased in recent years.
Meaning
The term ‘white-collar worker’ refers to employees who typically engage in non-manual labor, primarily concerned with tasks such as management, administration, and professional work that usually requires specialized knowledge or education.
Synonyms
- Office worker
- Professional
- Managerial employee
