noun[ C ]disapprovinguk/ˈes.eɪ ˌmɪl/us/ˈes.eɪ ˌmɪl/
（替人代写论文的）论文工厂，论文作坊
an organization or website that sells essays(= pieces of writing done as school, college, or university work) written for students
He said that essay mills make a mockery of higher education.他说论文作坊是对高等教育的嘲讽。
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Any attempt to address students' use of essay mills should recognize that a culture of plagiarism pervades all of higher education.
The university makes it clear to students in its admissions brochures that they are expected not to buy from or be employed by essay mills.
The growing number of plagiarism cases is more to do with a heightened awareness than the growth of essay mills.
Those who run the essay mills claim they are providing a useful service which students can consult as a resource before going away and writing their own piece.