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day job
day jobn. One's primary job, usually during conventional work hours, in contrast to other secondary or preferred pursuits that provide little or no income.day′ job`
n. one's regular job and main source of income, usu. viewed in contrast to a speculative or irregular endeavor: Good luck in the lottery, but don't quit your day job. day job
day jobOne’s primary employment and source of income, usually during the business day. The term refers to those who would like to pursue another activity, such as singing or acting or creative writing or a sport, which does not earn them much and is done principally at night and on weekends. “Don’t quit your day job” is a humorous response to an inadequate performance. It was said in the film The Kids Are All Right (2010) by the son when his mother sang a song.See also: job |