Knock Off Work




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Knock Off Work : Phrases



Meaning:

Leave work for the day.


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Origin:

This phrase originated in the days of slave gallerys. To keep the oarsmen rowing in unison, a drummer beat time rhythmically on a block of wood. When it was time to rest or change shifts, he would give a special knock, signifying that they could knock off.





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