labor-saving
|la-bor-sav-ing|
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/ˈleɪbər ˌseɪvɪŋ/
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/ˈleɪbə ˌseɪvɪŋ/
reducing work effort
Etymology
Etymology Information
'labor-saving' originates from the combination of 'labor' and 'saving', where 'labor' refers to work and 'saving' implies reducing or economizing.
Historical Evolution
'labor-saving' evolved from the concept of reducing manual work through technological advancements.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'reducing manual work', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to reduce the amount of work needed to complete a task.
The new washing machine is a labor-saving device.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42