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workday

Workday (noun) means a day on which people normally work, as opposed to a weekend or holiday. Example: “Monday is usually the busiest workday of the week.”

noun
1
A day on which people normally work, as opposed to a weekend or holiday.
"Monday is usually the busiest workday of the week."
2
The portion of a day spent working.
"Her workday typically runs from nine to five."

How to use workday

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA day (or the working hours within a day) devoted to one's job.

Common pairings
a typical workday shorten the workday

Word forms

workdays plural

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Etymology

From Old English "weorcdæg," simply "work" plus "day."

Origin: Old English

working day jobday 9 to 5 nine to five

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Frequently asked questions

What does “workday” mean?

The word “workday” means a day on which people normally work, as opposed to a weekend or holiday. In plain terms, a day (or the working hours within a day) devoted to one's job.

How do you use “workday” in a sentence?

Here is “workday” used in a sentence: “Monday is usually the busiest workday of the week.”

What is another word for “workday”?

Words with a similar meaning to “workday” include working day, jobday, 9 to 5 and nine to five.

What part of speech is “workday”?

“Workday” is a noun.

Where does the word “workday” come from?

The word “workday” comes from Old English. From Old English "weorcdæg," simply "work" plus "day.".

How many meanings does “workday” have?

“Workday” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a day on which people normally work, as opposed to a weekend or holiday.

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