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moonlighted

 

[ ˈmuːnˌlaɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

secondary job

The term 'moonlighted' refers to the act of taking on a second job or engaging in additional work, particularly outside of one's regular employment hours. This practice is often done to earn extra income or pursue a passion. Moonlighting can occur in various forms, such as freelancing, consulting, or working in retail while having a full-time job. It is commonly seen among professionals who wish to diversify their income streams or develop new skills.

Synonyms

freelancing, moonlighting, side job

Examples of usage

  • She moonlighted as a graphic designer while working full-time as a marketing manager.
  • Many teachers moonlight in the summer to supplement their income.
  • He decided to moonlight at a local restaurant on weekends.

Translations

Translations of the word "moonlighted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trabalhar em segundo emprego

🇮🇳 अतिरिक्त काम करना

🇩🇪 Nebenjob machen

🇮🇩 bekerja sambilan

🇺🇦 підробляти

🇵🇱 dorabiać

🇯🇵 副業をする

🇫🇷 avoir un emploi secondaire

🇪🇸 trabajar en un segundo empleo

🇹🇷 ek iş yapmak

🇰🇷 부업하다

🇸🇦 العمل في وظيفة إضافية

🇨🇿 mít vedlejší zaměstnání

🇸🇰 mať vedľajšie zamestnanie

🇨🇳 兼职工作

🇸🇮 imeti stransko delo

🇮🇸 hafa aukavinnu

🇰🇿 қосымша жұмыс жасау

🇬🇪 მხარის მუშაობა

🇦🇿 ikincil iş görmək

🇲🇽 trabajar en un segundo empleo

Word origin

The word 'moonlighted' derives from the noun 'moonlight,' referring to the light produced by the moon. The practice of moonlighting is rooted in the metaphorical notion of working by the light of the moon, as it implies working after the sun has set, during the hours of darkness when one typically would not be engaged in their primary work. The term began to gain popularity in the early 20th century, particularly during economic downturns when individuals sought additional income sources to support their families. Over the decades, moonlighting has evolved and is now commonplace in various industries, particularly in freelance and gig economies. Despite its benefits, such as increased income and skill development, moonlighting can pose challenges, including potential conflicts of interest and the need for time management.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,849, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.