Mucking in

Mucking in

MUK-ing IN ˈmʌkɪŋ ɪn
Verb

Helping with work.

Example Sentences

"Everyone mucking in."
"Muck in and help."

Etymology & History

British term for pitching in. From muck (dirty work).

Word Details

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Region
United Kingdom
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Era
1800s
Language
none
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Formality
informal

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