moonlighting
What is another word for moonlighting? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The practice of working a second job, often secretly or in the evenings, in addition to one's regular employment.
We haven't recorded synonyms for moonlighting yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use moonlighting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
caught moonlighting
a policy against moonlighting
Etymology
Formed from the verb moonlight plus -ing.
Full origin of moonlighting →Frequently asked questions
What does “moonlighting” mean?
The word “moonlighting” means the practice of working a second job, often secretly or in the evenings, in addition to one's regular employment. In plain terms, having a second job on top of your main one, sometimes without your main employer knowing.
How do you use “moonlighting” in a sentence?
Here is “moonlighting” used in a sentence: “His employer found out about his moonlighting and wasn't happy about it.”
What part of speech is “moonlighting”?
“Moonlighting” is a noun.
Related words
at night
be on nights
moonlighter
night job
night owl
night shift
night work
nightly
nightwork
on the side
shiftwork
side gig
side hustle
