workplace

noun

work·​place ˈwərk-ˌplās How to pronounce workplace (audio)
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 workplaceKate 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.
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This commitment is ingrained in the workplace culture of The Pad Climbing, one of the small companies recognized as an NPWF 2025 Leader on Leave. Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 Unions, after all, are in the business of raising the cost of employment through higher wages and safer, more humane workplace conditions. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 1 July 2025 The Breakfast issues come weeks after the BBC published the findings of a workplace culture inquiry by Change Associates. Jake Kanter, Deadline, 1 July 2025 Whether they’re hired permanently or temporarily through an agency, these workers will now be covered by California’s workplace safety rules. Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for workplace

Word History

First Known Use

1708, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of workplace was in 1708

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“Workplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workplace. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

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