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noun
An organised group of workmen or workers performing a task together.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A social gathering at which the attendees work, such as a barn raising.
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noun
an organized group of workmen
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: gang, crew
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Broader terms: unit, social unit
Narrower terms: shift, detail, chain gang, ground crew, ground-service crew, road gang, section gang, stage crew
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