coworker

noun

co·​work·​er ˈkō-ˌwər-kər 

variants or co-worker

plural coworkers or co-workers

: one who works with another : a fellow worker

went out for drinks with her coworkers after work

So instead of serving your family, friends and even co-workers outdated, calorie-laden foods, treat them to this new cuisine.

—Charlotte Lyons

Synonyms

• colleague

Examples of coworker in a Sentence

my coworkers and I often send facetious e-mails to one another

Recent Examples on the Web

Taking to Reddit's Wedding Drama forum, a wedding guest revealed that they were asked to wear neutral colors while attending a coworker's wedding. —Michael Nied, People.com, 8 July 2025

The incident took place just across the street from Ennis’ new residence, according to coworkers. —Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 6 July 2025

The twist of citrus will give you the energy to power through a day of deadlines, and the scent has a medium intensity that won’t overwhelm your coworkers. —Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 July 2025

Expect surprises with coworkers, wellness routines, or even your physical health. —Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for coworker

• caseworker
• farmworker
• woodworker
• worker

Kids Definition

coworker

noun

co·​work·​er

ˈkō-ˌwər-kər

: a fellow worker