working
UK/'wә:kiŋ/US
IELTSB1
Definitions
adj.
Functioning properly; in paid employment; used for work
运转正常的；在职的；用于工作的
n.
The way something operates or functions
运作方式；运转情况
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedworkto make, fashion, labor
+
-ingcontinuous / action of
=working
work + -ing forms an adjective ('in the act of working / functioning': a working phone, the working class) and a noun ('the workings of the machine'). Both stay close to the core verb work.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Make sure the printer is in working order.
- 2.
Few people understand the inner workings of the system.