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A work that someone produces in order to prove that they have completed their…A work that someone produces in order to prove that they have completed their apprenticeship in a craft.
Meaning
2 sensesA work that someone produces in order to prove that they have completed their apprenticeship in a craft.
(figuratively)An action or achievement by which someone proves their competency.
Origin
Likely a calque of German Gesellenstück. Much use seems to be in reference to Germany or cLikely a calque of German Gesellenstück. Much use seems to be in reference to Germany or continental Europe.
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