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workfare Definition

☆ work·fare (wʉrk′fer′)

noun

a government program requiring employable recipients of welfare to register for work or work training

Etymology: work + (wel)fare

workfare Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • program: First, a social division within workfare programs can mirror the selectivity of the regular labor market.
  • scheme: This workfare scheme compels 18-24 year olds unemployed over 6 months to work for under £ 55 per week.