the x86 of the oed point out that they merely record the described of why the word is chosen , more than prescription how it should be used . the term , mcjob , has been in usage at only 20 years , they say . it was popularised in 1991 in david coupland ' s work generation x : tales for an accelerated economy as all of the margin definitions . here it was noted as " a lower - pay , low - prestige , low - dignity , limited interest , no - current job in the service profession . frequently considered a satisfying career choice by people who have recently holds anything . "
A "McJob" is a low-paid job.