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Split Shift

Description:

A split shift refers to a type of work schedule where an employee has two distinct shifts separated by a break in between. This break typically lasts for several hours and allows the employee to engage in other activities during their time off.

Sense 1: Popular Usage (Noun)

In popular usage, a split shift often refers to a work schedule that is divided into two separate shifts, usually with a considerable gap in between. It is commonly used in industries such as hospitality, transportation, and healthcare where round-the-clock services are required.

Example sentence: After the busy morning shift at the restaurant, Sarah had a break before starting her evening split shift, which allowed her to attend her evening classes.

Sense 2: Local Usage (Verb)

In local usage, to split shift can also mean to divide a work shift among two or more employees. This practice is usually followed by businesses that aim to provide continuous service coverage throughout the day.

Example sentence: The manager decided to split shift the afternoon duty between two employees so that they could each have some time off during the day.

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