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Definition of coworker
coworker
/ˌkoʊˈwɜːrkər/
(UK: co-worker)
co · work · er
Plural:coworkers
coworker Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
4
Tier
1
Usage
Top 5k
Syllables
3
coworker Game Scores & Validity
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• noun
1
A person with whom one works, typically someone in a similar role or at a similar level within an organization.
Example
"She organized a small farewell lunch for her coworker who was transferring to the regional office."
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While 'coworker' and 'colleague' are often used interchangeably, 'coworker' generally refers to someone employed at the same organization or workplace, whereas 'colleague' typically implies shared membership in a formal profession or academic field.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Coworker. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/coworker