Definitions for work ethic
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
work′ eth`ic(n.)
a belief in the moral benefit and importance of work and its inherent ability to strengthen character.
Category: Sociology
Origin of work ethic:
1950–55
Wiktionary
work ethic(Noun)
The value that one ought to work hard at one's job or duties
work ethic(Noun)
The tendency to work hard at one's job or duties
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