work it phrase2 •(informal) An approving description or a cry of encouragement to someone whose behavior is titillating, such as someone aiming to dress sexily or someone performing in erotic dancing or stripping.I like the way you work it / no diggity / I got to bag it upThose shorts with that top! Yeah, girl, you're really workin it now! •(informal) An approving description of anyone demonstrating skilful use of anything.Everyone on the crew is good with a trowel, but damn that guy is really workin it today.