coworker

noun

co·​work·​er ˈkō-ˌwər-kər How to pronounce coworker (audio)
variants or co-worker
plural coworkers or co-workers
Synonyms of coworker
: 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So instead of serving your family, friends and even co-workers outdated, calorie-laden foods, treat them to this new cuisine.—Charlotte Lyons

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my coworkers and I often send facetious e-mails to one another
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According to 2026 research from Gallup, only 21% of employees feel connected to their organization's culture, and only 20% say their coworkers are committed to the organization’s cultural values. — Julie Hoagland, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The Los Angeles Police Department officer accused of illegally recording his coworkers allegedly saying sexist, homophobic and racist remarks. — Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026 Prosecutors allege that Sorensen nearly hit both Langdon and their female coworker in the Costco parking lot prior to the fatal crash. — Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 9 Aug. 2026 McManus’ coworkers spent those days helping students enroll in classes, pick up their schedules, attend backpack giveaways and get free haircuts before the school year begins. — Leslie Griffy, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coworker

Word History

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of coworker was in 1591

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coworker

noun
co·​work·​er
ˈkō-ˌwər-kər
: a fellow worker

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