Etymology

journeyman's piece

Today it means: A work that someone produces in order to prove that they have completed their apprenticeship in a craft. Full definition →

German Gesellenstück
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  1. German · calque ofGesellenstück
  2. English todayjourneyman's piece

Likely a calque of German Gesellenstück. Much use seems to be in reference to Germany or continental Europe.

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