Meaning of the word workings in English

What does workings mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

workings

US /ˈwɝː.kɪŋz/
UK /ˈwɜː.kɪŋz/

Noun

the system of holes that has been dug in the ground in order to remove metal, coal, etc.:

Example:
disused mine workings

Plural Noun

the way something, such as an organization or machine, does what it is intended to do:

Example:
Powerful microscopes reveal the inner workings of cells.