English Explanatory Dictionary

piecard

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A union official who is on the side of the boss rather than that of the workers.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

piecard piecards pie card

Etymology

From pie + card, in reference to the cards formerly issued by unions that entitled workers to free meals or accommodation. Piecewise doublet of pie chart.

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