Meaning of the word works in English
What does works mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
works
US /wɜrks/
UK /wɜrks/
Noun
1.
a place where industrial or manufacturing processes are carried out
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The steel works employed thousands of people.
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He got a job at the local gas works.
2.
the creative products of an artist, writer, or musician
Example:
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The complete works of Shakespeare.
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His early works were mostly abstract.
Verb
1.
to perform a task or function
Example:
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The machine works perfectly.
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This plan simply won't work.
2.
to exert oneself physically or mentally in order to achieve a purpose or result
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She works hard to support her family.
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He works as a teacher.