handiwork
Handiwork (noun) means something made or done by a particular person, especially with their hands. Example: “The carved wooden chairs were all his handiwork.”
How to use handiwork
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething someone has personally made or caused, often used to point out who is responsible for a result.
Word forms
handiworks plural
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The carved wooden chairs were all his _____.
Etymology
From Old English handġeweorc, literally "hand" + "work" — work done with one's own hands.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “handiwork” mean?
The word “handiwork” means something made or done by a particular person, especially with their hands. In plain terms, something someone has personally made or caused, often used to point out who is responsible for a result.
How do you pronounce “handiwork”?
“Handiwork” is pronounced HAN-dee-wurk (/ˈhændiˌwɝk/ in IPA).
How do you use “handiwork” in a sentence?
Here is “handiwork” used in a sentence: “The carved wooden chairs were all his handiwork.”
What part of speech is “handiwork”?
“Handiwork” is a noun.
Where does the word “handiwork” come from?
The word “handiwork” comes from Old English. From Old English handġeweorc, literally "hand" + "work" — work done with one's own hands.