Definitions

1. noun

A person who performs a specific job or function, especially in a factory or office.

“The company’s new factory worker was trained to operate the machine.”

2. noun

A computer program or process that performs a specific task in the background.

“The system’s background worker was responsible for updating the database.”

3. noun

A person who does physical labor, especially in construction or agriculture.

“The construction workers were tasked with building a new highway.”

4. verb

To cause something to move or operate, typically by using force or machinery.

“The machine worker carefully assembled the engine.”

5. verb

To make something work or be in operation, typically by using force or machinery.

“The workers managed to get the car started.”