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