Definition
Working from outside the traditional office environment—the benefit everyone demanded until management decided it's a privilege to be revoked.
Example Usage
We were told remote work would continue post-pandemic, then suddenly last week's memo announced mandatory office days starting next month.
Origin
Modern workplace terminology, popularized during COVID-19 pandemic
Fun Fact
78% of workers want flexibility in where they work, yet only 25% of companies offer it.
Source: Modern workplace and hybrid work research
Related Terms
Translate This Term
See “Remote Work” in Corporate Speak, Gen-Z Slang, Pirate Speak, and more.
Try the Translator