workings

Definitions of workings
  1. noun
    the internal mechanism of a device
    synonyms: innards, works
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    type of:
    mechanism
    device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
  2. noun
    a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked
    synonyms: working
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    type of:
    excavation
    a hole in the ground made by excavating
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