noun
homework
HOHM-wurk
noun
1
Schoolwork assigned to be done outside of class.
"She finished her math homework before dinner."
2
Preparatory research or study done before a meeting, decision, or task.
"Before the interview, he did his homework on the company's history."
How to Use Homework
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSchoolwork done at home — or, more broadly, any preparation and research you do before something important.
Common pairings
do your homework
homework assignment
Word Forms
homeworks plural
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Etymology
From home + work.