homework

English

/ˈhəʊmˌwɜːk/, /ˈhoʊmˌwɝk/

noun
Definitions
  • Work that is done at home, especially school exercises assigned by a teacher.
  • Preliminary or preparatory work, such as research.
  • (uncommon) Housework.

Etymology

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

Origin

English

work

Gloss

made of specified material

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