work force

noun

the total number of workers in a specific undertaking: a holiday for the company's work force.

the total number of persons employed or employable: a sharp increase in the nation's work force.

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Also, work·force.

Also called labor force.

Origin:
1940–45

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work force
noun
the force of workers available

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