工具人
gōngjù rénA person who is treated as a disposable tool or means to an end, often in social or professional contexts, with little regard for their personal needs or feelings.
在职场中，有些人被当作工具人，只负责执行任务而没有发展空间。
In the workplace, some people are treated as tool people, only responsible for executing tasks with no room for growth.
This term is often used to describe people who are exploited or taken advantage of in relationships, workplaces, or social interactions.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Context
This term is often used in critical or negative contexts to describe unfair treatment of individuals.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Misuse
Do not use this term to describe someone unless you are certain they are being treated as a disposable tool.
📖Word Origin
Derived from '工具' (tool) and '人' (person), combining to describe someone who is treated as a disposable tool.
📝Usage Notes
This term is often used in discussions about workplace exploitation, toxic relationships, or social dynamics where individuals are dehumanized.