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Workmanlike

//ˈwɜː(ɹ)kmənlaɪk// adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Resembling or characteristic of a workman.

    "She was dressed in khaki, khaki slacks and khaki shirt, practical and workmanlike."

  2. 2
    Done competently but without flair.

    "In appearance the new 4-4-0s were magnificent engines for the period in which they were built; the boiler, bulging over the typical Drummond splasher, gave the engine a sturdy, workmanlike look, and the blue livery enhanced a picture of sleek, powerful, efficiency."

  3. 3
    Performed with the skill of an artisan or craftsman.
Adjective
  1. 1
    worthy of a good workman wordnet

Etymology

From workman + -like.

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