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/

activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.

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he was tired after a day's work

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leisure rest

a task or tasks to be undertaken; something a person or thing has to do.

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they made sure the work was progressing smoothly

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tasks jobs duties assignments commissions projects chores

be engaged in physical or mental activity in order to achieve a result; do work.

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she has been working so hard

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rest play

(of a machine or system) operate or function, especially properly or effectively.

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his cell phone doesn't work unless he goes to a high point

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function go run operate perform behave

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