∙ A task, or series of tasks, carried out in batch mode (especially on a mainframe computer). computing
∙ A sudden thrust or stab; a jab.
∙ A public transaction done for private profit; something performed ostensibly as a part of official duty, but really for private gain; a corrupt official business.
∙ Any affair or event which affects one, whether fortunately or unfortunately.
∙ A thing (often used in a vague way to refer to something whose name one cannot recall).
Verb
∙ To do odd jobs or occasional work for hire. intransitive
∙ To work as a jobber. intransitive
∙ To take the loss. intransitive, professional wrestling slang
∙ To buy and sell for profit, as securities; to speculate in. transitive, trading
∙ To subcontract a project or delivery in small portions to a number of contractors. transitive, often with out
∙ To seek private gain under pretence of public service; to turn public matters to private advantage. intransitive