Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scut-work
noun
ˈskət-ˌwərk
Definition
Menial or unimportant tasks that are often necessary but not valued.
Examples
- He was tired of doing all the scut-work at the office while others took the credit.
- Cleaning and organizing the supplies felt like scut-work, but it was necessary for the project’s success.
Meaning
Scut-work refers to routine, tedious tasks that are considered low-value or insignificant, often carried out to support more important work.
Synonyms
- drudgery
- routine tasks
- grind
- mundane work
