workplace
noun
work·place
ˈwərk-ˌplās 
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 workplace …—
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—often used before another nounKate Briquelet and Noah Kirschworkplace 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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Robert B. Tucker, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
There are some industries and workplaces where there are stipulations around body hair, as well, but that can be complicated.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025
Trending Video How an Architect Fit 7 Floors into His 645-Square-Foot Tokyo Home
Best Library Lamp
2/16
HAY Apex Table Lamp
$145
Design Within Reach
Reminiscent of old-school banker table lamps—down to the emerald green triangular shade—Hay’s Apex table lamp is a welcome workplace addition.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 20 June 2025
His comments come days after the Trump administration reversed course on workplace raids at hotels, restaurants and farms.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 19 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for workplace
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“Workplace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workplace. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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