I. ˈdrəj verb
( drudged ; drudg·ing )
Etymology: Middle English druggen
Date: 14th century
intransitive verb
: to do hard, menial, or monotonous work
transitive verb
: to force to do hard, menial, or monotonous work
• drudg·er noun
II. noun
Date: 15th century
1. : one who is obliged to do menial work
2. : one whose work is routine and boring
3. : menial or tedious labor : drudgery