bell work

English

noun
Definitions
  • A small quantity of schoolwork, with instructions posted or announced at or before the start of class, so that students commence working on it as soon as the class period has begun.

Etymology

Compound from English bell + English work (made of specified material).

Origin

English

work

Gloss

made of specified material

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