How to pronounce “work to rule”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (idiomatic) To work slowly by strictly following all work rules, usually in a work-to-rule job action, as part of unionized labor protest.
• [Noun]
• Alternative spelling of work-to-rule.

Practice Nearby Words

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