English Expression · Intermediate

thirsty work

Physical labor of a type that causes the laborer to sweat and become thirsty

Pronunciation: say thirsty work

Meaning

Physical labor of a type that causes the laborer to sweat and become thirsty.

Example

'Tis thirsty work, this marching, fighting, ay.

'Tis thirsty work, this marching, fighting, ay.

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