Meaning & Definition of word "Toil"

Toil

/tɔɪl/

1. hard and continuous work; exhausting labor.
- Example: After years of toil, she finally achieved her dream.
2. a painful or laborious effort.
- Example: The toil of the workers was evident in the quality of their craftsmanship.

1. to work extremely hard and continuously.
- Example: He toiled in the fields from dawn until dusk.
2. to work hard in a physically demanding or exhausting way.
- Example: The crew toiled to finish the construction before the deadline.
3. to make one's way with difficulty.
- Example: She toiled up the hill, breathing heavily.

Middle English, from Old French 'toille', of uncertain origin.

toil and trouble:

A phrase indicating hard work, often associated with problems or difficulties.

toil away:

To work persistently on a task or project.

toil for a living:

To work hard enough to earn a livelihood.

labor:

Work, especially hard physical work.

exertion:

Physical or mental effort.

Meaning: Hustle

Example Sentence: He's been hustling all week to get that project done.

Meaning: Grind

Example Sentence: I'm on the grind every day to make my dreams come true.