work-intensive
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/wɜrk ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
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/wɜːk ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/
requiring much work
Etymology
Etymology Information
'work-intensive' originates from the combination of 'work' and 'intensive', where 'work' refers to tasks or labor, and 'intensive' means requiring a lot of effort or attention.
Historical Evolution
'work-intensive' evolved from the need to describe tasks that require significant labor or effort, combining the words 'work' and 'intensive' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'requiring a lot of work', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
requiring a large amount of work or effort.
The project was work-intensive, demanding long hours from the team.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45