Moonlighting

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˈmunˌlaɪtɪŋ/

Definitions of moonlighting

noun the practice of working a second job in addition to one's main job, typically in the evening or at night

Example Sentences

A1 Moonlighting is when someone has a second job in addition to their main job.

A2 She enjoys moonlighting as a singer on weekends.

B1 Moonlighting can be a way to earn extra money outside of regular working hours.

B2 The actor was caught moonlighting as a waiter to make ends meet.

C1 Moonlighting as a freelance writer allowed her to pursue her passion while still working a full-time job.

C2 Despite his successful career in finance, he continued moonlighting as a musician for personal fulfillment.

Examples of moonlighting in a Sentence

formal The company has strict policies against moonlighting, as it can lead to conflicts of interest.

informal I heard John got caught moonlighting at a second job last month.

slang She's been moonlighting as a bartender to make some extra cash on the side.

figurative The moonlighting of the trees created a magical glow in the forest.

Grammatical Forms of moonlighting

past tense

moonlighted

plural

moonlightings

comparative

more moonlighting

superlative

most moonlighting

present tense

moonlights

future tense

will moonlight

perfect tense

has moonlighted

continuous tense

is moonlighting

singular

moonlighting

positive degree

moonlighting

infinitive

to moonlight

gerund

moonlighting

participle

moonlighting

Origin and Evolution of moonlighting

First Known Use: 1957 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'moonlighting' originated from the practice of working a second job in addition to one's regular employment, often done at night under the light of the moon.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the secretive or illicit nature of working a second job, 'moonlighting' has evolved to encompass any form of additional work done outside of one's primary job, whether it be for financial reasons or personal fulfillment.