verb
General Slang
skate
SKAYT · verb · slang
To dodge work by finding an easier task or excuse.
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To avoid real work by always having something else to do or an easier duty; as an adjective, a job that is cushy and low-effort.
“He always manages to skate on cleanup day.”
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skate In A Sentence
He always manages to skate on cleanup day.
Origin & Usage
US Marine Corps and broader military slang.
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What does 'skate' mean in military slang?
To dodge real work by always having an easier duty or a convenient excuse. As an adjective, a 'skate' job is a cushy, low-effort assignment.
Where does 'skate' come from?
It's US Marine Corps and broader military slang, picturing someone gliding past the hard work.
How do you use 'skate'?
As a verb for avoiding work, e.g. 'He always skates on cleanup day,' or as an adjective, 'That's a skate detail.'
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