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homework

Pronunciation: /ˈhəʊmˌwɜːk/

The English word “homework” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. Exercises assigned by a teacher to a student which review concepts studied in class.
  2. Something which one is encouraged to learn or study on one's own.
  3. Any work that is done at home; housework.
  4. Sexual intercourse.
  5. Tasks assigned by a dominant for a submissive to perform when they are physically away from their dominant or otherwise free.

Etymology

From home + work.

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