job-centered
|job/centered|
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/dʒɑːb ˈsɛntərd/
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/dʒɒb ˈsɛntəd/
focused on work
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'job-centered' combines 'job,' originating from Middle English 'jobbe,' meaning 'piece of work,' and 'centered,' from Latin 'centrum,' meaning 'center.'
Historical Evolution
'Job' evolved from the Middle English 'jobbe,' while 'centered' comes from the Latin 'centrum.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'job' referred to a specific task or piece of work, but now it encompasses broader career-related activities.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
focused on or primarily concerned with one's job or career.
She has a job-centered lifestyle, often prioritizing work over leisure.
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Last updated: 2025/02/16 09:49