weekend warrior
The term "weekend warrior" originated to describe part-time soldiers but has evolved to include anyone who pursues demanding activities primarily on weekends.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Someone who engages in physically demanding or recreational activities mainly on weekends.
Example
- John is a weekend warrior who loves mountain biking every Saturday and Sunday.
B2Sports and Hobbies
(informal)A person who participates in a sport or hobby with great enthusiasm only on weekends.
Example
- She may work a desk job, but she's a weekend warrior on the soccer field.
B2Military
(informal, military)A reservist who fulfills military duties on weekends.
Example
- As a weekend warrior, he attends training sessions with his unit every month.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "weekend warrior":