noun
shiftwork
Shiftwork (noun) means Scheduled work outside of customary daylight working hours.
noun
1
Scheduled work outside of customary daylight working hours.
2
A mode of employment in which sets of workers are rotated to maintain a continuous 24/7 operation, usually, with a system of three eight-hour shifts: first shift, second shift, and third shift.
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Etymology
From shift + work.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of shiftwork?
"shiftwork" (noun) means scheduled work outside of customary daylight working hours.
What are the different meanings of shiftwork?
"shiftwork" has 2 main meanings: 1. Scheduled work outside of customary daylight working hours; 2. A mode of employment in which sets of workers are rotated to maintain a continuous 24/7 operation, usually, with a system of three eight-hour shifts: first shift, second shift, and third shift.