quill-driving1
/ˈkwɪlˌdrʌɪvɪŋ/noun
The action of working with a quill or pen, especially in a tedious or repetitious job; employment as a clerk or (hack) writer.
Origin
Mid 18th century; earliest use found in William Toldervy (fl. 1756). From quill + driving.
quill-driving2
/ˈkwɪlˌdrʌɪvɪŋ/Frequently depreciative
adjective
That works with a quill or pen, especially in a tedious or repetitious job; employed as a clerk or (hack) writer.
Origin
Early 18th century; earliest use found in Henry Playford (1657–1709). From quill + driving.