job

Definition

A task.

Etymology

From the phrase jobbe of work (“piece of work”), of uncertain origin. Perhaps from a variant of Middle English gobbe (“mass, lump”); or perhaps related to Middle English jobben (“to jab, thrust, peck”), or Middle English choppe (“piece, bargain”). More at gob, jab, chop.

Example Sentences

• "I've got a job for you: could you wash the dishes?"
• "And it's my job to take care of the skanks on the road that you bang."
• "That surgeon has a great job."