workplace

noun

work·​place ˈwərk-ˌplās 

plural workplaces

: a place (such as an office, shop, or factory) where people work

a safe and welcoming workplace

… was passionate about creating more diversity in the workplace …

—Kate Briquelet and Noah Kirsch

—often used before another noun

workplace culture

workplace policies

a healthy workplace environment

compare worksite

Examples of workplace in a Sentence

Foul language will not be tolerated in the workplace.

Recent Examples on the Web

Its fictional characters secretly controlled small workplace decisions without attracting attention. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026

Over the past week, the Justice Department sent grand jury subpoenas to county election officials in California, including one official who was served at both his home and workplace, according to the lawsuit. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Another supporter described some workers relying on internal workplace fundraisers to help colleagues cover rent or expenses. — Chase Jordan october 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026

This is the 13th year the Sun Sentinel will shine a spotlight on outstanding workplaces in the region, as viewed by workers. — Bob Helbig, Sun Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1708, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing workplace

• workplace romance

Rhymes for workplace

• abase
• airspace
• apace
• backspace
• biface
• birthplace
• blackface
• boldface
• bookcase
• braincase
• briefcase
• carcase