English to English Dictionary

Work-in-progress

An activity, project, or task that is currently being undertaken but is not yet finished.

Work-off

To eliminate or reduce something, often a debt or obligation, through effort or labor.

Workable

Capable of being worked or operated; feasible.

Workaholic

A person who compulsively works hard and long hours.

Workaholism

Compulsion or excessive need to work excessively hard at the expense of other aspects of life.

Workaround

A method or technique for overcoming a problem or limitation in a system or process.

Workflow

The sequence of industrial, administrative, or other processes through which a piece of work passes from initiation to completion.

Workflow Management

The process of managing and optimizing the flow of tasks and information in a business or organizational context.

Workhorse

A person or thing that consistently performs hard work or is dependable in carrying out tasks.

Working Animal

An animal that is trained or used to perform specific tasks or labor for humans.

Working-Class

A social class consisting of people who are employed for wages, especially in manual or industrial work.

Working-Dog

A dog that is trained to perform specific tasks or jobs, such as herding, guarding, or search and rescue.