Roughneck
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verb
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(As a noun)
Roughneck ( noun )
A rough and tough person, especially one who works in manual or physically demanding jobs.
Origin:
The word 'roughneck' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century as a term used to describe rough, tough, and often violent workers in the oil drilling industry.
Examples:
- He was a roughneck on an oil rig, known for his toughness and ability to handle difficult tasks.
- The construction workers were a group of roughnecks, working tirelessly to complete the project on time.
- She was proud to be a roughneck, earning her living with hard work and determination.
- The football team was filled with roughnecks, players known for their physical strength and aggressive style of play.
- The roughnecks at the factory were respected for their strength and ability to handle heavy machinery.
(As a verb)
Roughneck ( verb )
A rough and tough person, especially one who works in manual or physically demanding jobs.
Origin:
The word 'roughneck' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century as a term used to describe rough, tough, and often violent workers in the oil drilling industry.
Examples:
- He was a roughneck on an oil rig, known for his toughness and ability to handle difficult tasks.
- The construction workers were a group of roughnecks, working tirelessly to complete the project on time.
- She was proud to be a roughneck, earning her living with hard work and determination.
- The football team was filled with roughnecks, players known for their physical strength and aggressive style of play.
- The roughnecks at the factory were respected for their strength and ability to handle heavy machinery.