lunch pail
The term "lunch pail" is often associated with the working class and symbolizes a strong work ethic and manual labor.
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Definition
B1Daily Life
(common)A container used to carry a meal, typically lunch, to work or school.
Example
- He packed his sandwich and apple in his lunch pail before heading to work.
B2Sociology
(figurative, informal)A symbol of the working class, often linked to manual labor or blue-collar jobs.
Example
- The politician's speech was full of references to the 'lunch pail' workers who built the country.
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