skilled labor
nounUK /skɪld ˈleɪ.bər/
US /skɪld ˈleɪ.bɚ/
Work that needs special training or practice to do well.
The factory needs skilled labor to build the machines.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A group of workers who have special skills.
Skilled labor is in high demand in the tech industry.
3. Jobs that require education or hands-on practice, like plumbing or nursing.
Many skilled labor jobs pay well without a college degree.
4. The effort and ability of people who are good at their work.
The company values skilled labor over cheap labor.