hackwork

English

noun
Definitions
  • Work, usually of a professional nature, either repetitive or done to a formula.

Etymology

Compound from English hack (untalented writer, taxicab, cut, pejorative) + English work (made of specified material).

Origin

English

work

Gloss

made of specified material

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