work ethic
noun/ˈwɜːk eθɪk/
/ˈwɜːrk eθɪk/
[singular]- a person's attitude to work, especially the idea that hard work is a good habit and should be rewarded
- They have a very strong work ethic.
- She has a poor work ethic (= does not work hard).
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