worker

Word parts

work + -er

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈwɝkɚ/, SAMPA: /"w3`k@`/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈwɜːkə/, SAMPA: /"w3:k@/

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Noun

Singular worker

Plural workers

1. (countable) A worker is a person who works, usually for money.

   The workers are putting a new roof on the house.