workday

noun

work·​day ˈwərk-ˌdā 

1

: a day on which work is performed as distinguished from a day off

2

: the period of time in a day during which work is performed

workday adjective

Examples of workday in a Sentence

On workdays I usually wake up at six o'clock.

Recent Examples on the Web

The way a room is lit, the number of objects on a shelf, even the patterns competing for attention on a wall can keep the brain in a low-grade state of alert long after the workday ends. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026

For the people who run brand accounts on social media, the workday never really ends. — Ashley Hass, The Conversation, 24 June 2026

This lightweight pick has a breathable mesh outer for reliable ventilation, slim silhouette, and crucial stability and support to keep workouts and workdays on track—whether that means a roadside run, gym reps, or a 12-hour shift. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 24 June 2026

New research offers a mixed verdict worth understanding before your next workday. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for workday

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• assez
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway

Kids Definition

workday

noun

work·​day -ˌdā 

1

: a day on which work is performed

2

: the period of time in a day during which work is performed

workday adjective