drudgery
|drudg-er-y|
B2
/ˈdrʌdʒəri/
tedious work
Etymology
Etymology Information
'drudgery' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'drudgerie,' where 'drudge' meant 'to work hard.'
Historical Evolution
'drudgerie' transformed into the modern English word 'drudgery' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hard work,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'tedious or menial work.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
tedious, menial, or unpleasant work.
He spent his days in drudgery, working long hours at the factory.
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