English Explanatory Dictionary

yeoman's service

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Arduous work, performed in a vigorous, committed manner.
  2. Reliable, useful, capable service.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

yeoman's service yeoman service

Etymology

An allusion to stouthearted, dutiful labor performed by a yeoman.

Synonyms

yeoman's work yeoman's labor good job
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