"thirsty work" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} thirsty work (uncountable)
  1. Physical labor of a type that causes the laborer to sweat and become thirsty. Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-thirsty_work-en-noun-7JGpxUTp Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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