Mining work.
Pit Yakka
PIT YAK-a
pɪt ˈjakə
Noun
Example Sentences
"Hard pit yakka."
"Years of pit yakka."
Etymology & History
Geordie term for mine work. Pit plus yakka (Australian slang for work).
Word Details
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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
1900s
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Language
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Formality
neutral
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