Bankers' hours

Noun

Definitionen

1.NounThe time period between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. of a weekday (corresponding to a late start, an early quit, and no weekend work).

"I don't see how anyone with a day job is supposed to deal with them when they keep only bankers' hours."

2.NounAny easy job, especially one with a short working day.

"Q: How's she like her new job? A: She's careful not to admit it, but it's bankers' hours and she knows it."

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