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housework

noun house·work \ˈhas-ˌwərk\

: work (such as cleaning, cooking, or laundry) that is done to keep a house clean and running properly

Full Definition of HOUSEWORK

:  the work of housekeeping
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First Known Use of HOUSEWORK

1835
HOUSEWORK Defined for Kids

housework

noun house·work \ˈhas-ˌwərk\

Definition of HOUSEWORK for Kids

:  the labor involved in housekeeping

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