workforce

work·force

noun \ˈwərk-ˌfȯrs\

Definition of WORKFORCE

1

: the workers engaged in a specific activity or enterprise <the factory's workforce>

2

: the number of workers potentially assignable for any purpose <the nation's workforce>

Examples of WORKFORCE

1. We have a workforce of 2,400 people.
2. <the office's entire workforce is devoted to a single project right now>

First Known Use of WORKFORCE

1931

Related to WORKFORCE

Synonyms: help, labor force, manpower, personnel, pool, staff, force

Related Words: labor, proletariat, rank and file; band, company, crew, gang, outfit, party, squad, team; employee (also employe), helper, hireling, worker; blood; support

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Other Business Terms

amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite