Work executed at a given rate per day, as distinguished from that paid for by the piece or contracted for at a given total figure. Day’s work is especially advantageous where quality is of greater importance than time or cost in money. 2. The amount of work performed by, or to be required of, a mechanic in one day within the limit of hours allowed by law or custom in his trade. (Sturgis, 1900)
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