worker
/ˈwɜːrkər/A person who performs a job or task, especially for wages or salary.
The factory employs over 500 workers.
The factory employs over 500 workers.
Essential workers were praised during the pandemic.
Essential workers were praised during the pandemic.
The term can refer to both manual and intellectual laborers.
A device or mechanism that performs a specific function, often in machinery.
The hydraulic worker lifts heavy loads with precision.
The hydraulic worker lifts heavy loads with precision.
This usage is common in engineering and industrial contexts.
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💡Pro Tip
General vs. Specific Usage
Use 'worker' for general references to employment. For specific roles, use terms like 'engineer', 'nurse', or 'technician'.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Gender Bias
Use 'worker' as a gender-neutral term; avoid assumptions about gender in job roles.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'workere', meaning 'one who works', derived from Old English 'weorc' (work) + '-ere' (agent suffix).
📝Usage Notes
The term is neutral and can apply to any type of employment, though it is often used in contexts emphasizing labor or effort.