"workgang" meaning in All languages combined

See workgang on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: workgangs [plural]
Etymology: work + gang Etymology templates: {{compound|en|work|gang}} work + gang Head templates: {{en-noun}} workgang (plural workgangs)
  1. A group of individuals assigned to, or engaged in, a common task. Synonyms: work gang Hyponyms: chain gang

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