T-shape

noun, slang

noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A set of knowledge or skills that are both broad and deep. informal

    "The T-shape stands for people who are broad (horizontal) and deep (vertical). T-shaped people are interested in ... Consequently, organizations like to hire people who encompass these broad and deep T-shaped skills and experiences."

  2. 2
    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see T, shape.

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"The T-shape stands for people who are broad (horizontal) and deep (vertical). T-shaped people are interested in ... Consequently, organizations like to hire people who encompass these broad and deep T-shaped skills and experiences."

Etymology

Probably from T-shaped, the figurative sense.

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