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Definition of shitwork

shitwork

/ˈʃɪtˌwɜːrk/
shit · work
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shitwork Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Unpleasant, tedious, routine, or menial work, especially tasks assigned to low-ranking employees or subordinates (vulgar slang).

Example

"The junior interns complained that they were stuck doing all the office shitwork while the senior associates handled the main accounts."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Because 'shitwork' is a vulgar slang term, it should be avoided in formal or professional communication; 'grunt work', 'menial labor', or 'drudgery' are standard polite alternatives.

• Nearby Words

shittily
shittiness
shitty
shitwork
shiv
shiva
shivah

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shitwork. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shitwork
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