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multi-tasker

|mul-ti-task-er|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈmʌltiˌtæskər/

🇬🇧

/ˈmʌltiˌtɑːskə/

handling multiple tasks

Etymology
Etymology Information

'multi-tasker' originates from the combination of 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'tasker' from 'task', meaning 'a piece of work to be done'.

Historical Evolution

'multi-tasker' evolved from the concept of 'multi-tasking', which became popular in the late 20th century with the rise of computers and digital technology.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to computers handling multiple processes, but now it commonly refers to people managing several tasks.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who is able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

She is an excellent multi-tasker, managing her work and family efficiently.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42