Tut-work
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tut-work is a noun meaning (mining, archaic) Work done by the piece, as in non-metalliferous rock, the amount done being usually reckoned by the fathom.
Meaning
(mining, archaic) Work done by the piece, as in non-metalliferous rock, the amount done being usually reckoned by the fathom.
Example Sentences
1852-1866, Charles Tomlinson, Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts and Manufactures Tut-work is also employed upon the lode itself, though from the advantages generally considered to arise from the tribute system […]
Word Forms
- tutwork
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tutwork, stream-work, stockwork, streamwork, deadwork, saltworks.
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