Definition of piecework Piecework

/piˈswɚˌk/ - [peeswerk] - piece•work

We found 4 definitions of piecework from 4 different sources.

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What does piecework mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: pieceworks

piecework - work paid for according to the quantity produced
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • piecework (Noun)
    Alternative spelling of piece work.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • piecework (n.)
    Work done by the piece or job; work paid for at a rate based on the amount of work done, rather than on the time employed.

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piecework in sign language
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