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Word List: Tier 3
Term: man-hour
Definition
A man-hour is a unit that describes the average amount of work done in an hour.
Related Terms
- None
Usage Context
Recommendation
Recommended to replace.
Recommended Replacements
- work-hour
- person-hour
- staff-hour
- hour
Unsuitable Replacements
- woman-hour
Rationale
Gendered language that can perpetuate bias and stereotypes. Can cause one to wonder if the relation between time and work done differs by gender.
Term Status
N/A
Supporting Content
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