workshare

noun — 2 senses

workshare

noun

Etymology From work + share.

1

Ireland, UK A cooperative funding arrangement between multiple governments whereby the costs of a contract are divided between several governments who benefit from that contract.

2

US A strategy for handling market slowdowns where employees' hours are reduced rather than incurring layoffs.

Related terms
worksharing

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