go back to the toolsとは 意味・読み方・使い方

動詞

go back to the tools (三人称単数 現在形 goes back to the tools, 現在分詞 going back to the tools, 過去形 went back to the tools, 過去分詞 gone back to the tools)

1. (industrial relations) To return to one's job after having held, or failed to obtain, a position in a trade union.
   • 1966, United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Proceedings of the General Convention (page 414)

     I think Brother Bartalini put it very well when he said they would laugh at you if you had to go back to the tools.

   • 1975, The Spectator (volume 235, page 690)

     He could, as they say, 'go back to the tools' but at his age and with his record that might prove difficult.