close enough for government work

A phrase used to describe the quality of work difference of that of private enterprise and the government.

BILL: I think we should start over, we did not do such a good job. Someone may get hurt.

WALTER: Don't worry, its close enough for government work.

by word genie October 2, 2005

Facebook Construction Worker

Those creepy dudes that friend hot women only to leave random comments in their photo section, usually of their bikini or clubwear/slutwear pics....said dudes are usually 1) Twice the age of the woman and/or 2) Foreigners and/or 3) Borderline Pedos. The FB equivalent of the construction worker hooting at women on the street

"Lookin good, hot mama...yeahhh" (hear it in the voice of Cheech, it's funnier)..or "ur so hot!!!!!"...or "I and you can to be the togetherness people for long time"...are typical Facebook Construction Worker phrases....

by weaselpuppy June 10, 2010

workdown

To diminish the value of an object, idea, or person. To reprimand or berate publicly. To knock the taste out of someone's mouth for being ignorant. To unequivocally dominate another person or game to such an extent that they never wish to take part again.

Bruce received a workdown from his boss after it was discovered that he lost money on 102 consecutive trades. David decided that he would never play monopoly again after receiving the ultimate workdown from the other players. After a late night at the club with his friends, Paul went home to find his place had been worked-down by his former girlfriend.

by Mr. Workdown June 8, 2009

Workasober

Adjective.- Not addicted to or intoxicated by work. A break from work or work related exhaustion. Also, a person that does not show extreme or excessive qualities or emotions for work.

I've had a rough two weeks at work, I need some rest, I need to get myself workasober.

by Goatsucker Pedro June 10, 2009

Work Hermit

A person who only leaves the safety of their own home to go to a place of employment. These people leave their home solely for the purpose of going to work.

Peter: Yo Jim, wanna come for a drink?

Jim: No, i have to work in the morning.

Peter: Ya, but you're home now and you're always working. Just come grab a few with me and the guys.

Jim: No, i'll stay in and play WOW

Peter: You're such a work hermit. All you do is stay in or work!

by freakins September 1, 2011

work hubby

Co worker who acts like husband during work hours.

Work hubby was really sweet and bought me lunch today.

by Workboo July 9, 2014

workation

a trip combining work and vacation.

This five week workation in Hawaii has been a wonderful mix of work and pleasure.

by DAKster June 16, 2017