Lifehack

//ˈlaɪfˌhæk// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any process or technique that reduces the chaos in one's life and makes it easier to manage, or more convenient. colloquial
  2. 2
    The sharing or communication of such a technique: synonym of life pro tip (but see usage note). colloquial
Verb
  1. 1
    make one's day-to-day activities more efficient wordnet

Etymology

From life + hack. Apparently based upon a comparison between real life and the digital sphere (and, perhaps, video games).

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