noun
coworker
koh-WUR-kuhr
noun
1
A person one works with, especially in the same organization.
"My coworkers threw me a surprise party for my birthday."
"She grabbed lunch with a coworker after the meeting."
How to Use Coworker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone you work alongside, especially in the same office or company.
Common pairings
friendly coworker
former coworker
coworkers and friends
Word Forms
coworkers plural
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Etymology
Formed from co- ("together") + worker.