What does Monkey work mean?

One person works, another takes the benefit For example: "They gave the promotion to the boss's son after I did all the work – real *monkey work, baboon draw*."

Where does the slang word Monkey work come from?

Monkey work is a slang term from Liberia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Liberia and across Africa.

Monkey work

🇱🇷 Liberia Slang

Added Jul 17, 2025 · 1 definition

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Monkey work definition 1

One person works, another takes the benefit

"They gave the promotion to the boss's son after I did all the work – real *monkey work, baboon draw*."

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 17, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇱🇷 Liberia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: July 2025

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