Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

working-bee

noun
/ˈwɜːrkɪŋ biː/
Definition
A working-bee is a gathering of people who come together to work on a particular project or task, often for a community benefit or collective cause.
Examples
  • During the summer, the neighborhood organized a working-bee to plant flowers in the park.
  • At the school, parents held a working-bee to renovate the playground.
Meaning
It typically refers to a communal effort where participants contribute their time and skills to achieve a common goal, such as a charity event or community clean-up.
Synonyms
  • work party
  • volunteer effort
  • group project
  • community service