noun a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked
Synonymsworkings
adjective adequate for practical use; especially sufficient in strength or numbers to accomplish something
Similarpractical
adjective adopted as a temporary basis for further work
Similarimpermanent
adjective (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
Similarfunctioning
adjective serving to permit or facilitate further work or activity
Similaroperative
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University
