on–the–job
adjective
Definition of on–the–job
: of, relating to, or being something (such as training or experience) learned, gained, or done while working at a job
From the M-W Editors
1938
First Known Use of on–the–job
1938
ON–THE–JOB Defined for English Language Learners
on-the-job
adjective
Definition of on–the–job for English Language Learners
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: received, learned, or done while working at a job
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