"adjunctification" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From adjunct + -ification. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|adjunct|ification}} adjunct + -ification Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} adjunctification (uncountable)
  1. The tendency of universities to have as many faculty members as possible be adjuncts (who receive lower pay and/or benefits, lack tenure, etc). Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Education
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