timework

[ tahym-wurk ]

noun

1. work done and paid for by the hour or day.

timework

/ ˈtaɪmˌwɜːk /

noun

1. work paid for by the length of time taken, esp by the hour or the day Compare piecework

Derived Forms

• ˈtimeˌworker, noun

Other Words From

• timeworker noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of timework¹

First recorded in 1820–30; time + work

Example Sentences

She said she was anxious to get on timework.

From Project Gutenberg

Whilst he reviews old scenes and past travels, Grained in himself and engraved on his soul, As the knit robe of his timework unravels And his whole life is unmeshed to its goal.

From Project Gutenberg