lifehack
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See also: life hack
English
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[edit]Etymology
[edit]From life + hack. Apparently based upon a comparison between real life and the digital sphere (and, perhaps, video games).
Noun
[edit]lifehack (plural lifehacks)
- (colloquial) Any process or technique that reduces the chaos in one's life and makes it easier to manage, or more convenient.
- (colloquial) The sharing or communication of such a technique: synonym of life pro tip (but see usage note).
Usage notes
[edit]- While essentially synonymous with a life pro tip, a lifehack advises on dealing with particular everyday objects or systems, while a life pro tip usually involves general advice and a broad change in behaviour; compare the posts on r/LifeProTips and r/lifehacks.