working life

"Working life" refers to the time an individual spends in employment, from their first job until retirement.

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Definition

B2Employment

(general)The period during which a person is employed, starting from their first job until retirement.

Example

  • She spent her entire working life at the same company.
  • His working life was filled with various roles and responsibilities.

B2Career

(general)The daily tasks, duties, and experiences related to one's job or profession.

Example

  • Balancing working life and personal life can be challenging.
  • His working life involves a lot of travel and client meetings.

C1Durable Goods

(technical)The duration a product is expected to function effectively.

Example

  • The working life of this appliance is estimated to be ten years.
  • Regular maintenance can extend the working life of machinery.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "working life":

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