script monkey
The term "script monkey" is used in various fields to describe someone who follows pre-written instructions or scripts without much autonomy or understanding.
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Definition
B2Customer Service
(informal, derogatory)An operator at a call center who strictly follows pre-written scripts and cannot assist with issues not covered by those scripts.
Example
- The customer grew frustrated with the script monkey who couldn't provide a solution beyond the scripted responses.
C1Computing
(informal, derogatory)A hacker or coder who relies heavily on existing scripts and lacks deep understanding or creativity in programming.
Example
- He's just a script monkey, copying and pasting code without understanding how it works.
C1Healthcare
(informal, derogatory)A psychiatrist who prescribes medications excessively, following a routine without considering individual patient needs.
Example
- Critics called him a script monkey for his habit of prescribing medications without thorough evaluations.
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