Meaning of the word "manual labor" in English

What does "manual labor" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

manual labor

US /ˈmæn.ju.əl ˈleɪ.bər/
UK /ˈmæn.ju.əl ˈleɪ.bər/

Noun

work that requires physical effort, often done by hand, rather than mental effort or the use of machines

Example:
Many immigrants found jobs doing manual labor in factories.
He prefers office work to manual labor.