Work
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British pronunciation/wˈɜːk/
American pronunciation/ˈwɜrk/

Definition & Meaning of "work"

to work
01

to do certain physical or mental activities in order to achieve a result or as a part of our job

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They work hard to meet the deadline.
She works passionately to make a difference in the world.
They ca n't work if the internet is down.
1.1

to use or manage a particular thing in order to achieve something from it

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They work a large territory as sales representatives.
They work the field to grow wheat and other grains.
He worked his connections to secure a job offer.
1.2

to cause oneself or someone else to work, particularly extremely hard

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He works himself to the point of exhaustion.
They worked the horses tirelessly to plow the field.
She worked her students rigorously to prepare them for the exam.
02

to do a job or task, usually for a company or organization, in order to receive money

Transitive: to work for sb/sth | to work in sth | to work with sb/sth
Linking Verb: to work as sb
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Both of my siblings work full-time jobs.
He works for a marketing agency.
He works as a teacher in a high school.
03

(of a machine or device) to operate or function properly

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The heater works by natural gas or electricity.
The computer is working perfectly now.
The recycling process works by breaking down materials and reusing them.
3.1

to cause a device, machine, etc. to be in operation

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He worked the lever to lift the heavy object.
I ca n't get the printer to work.
Do you know how to work the sewing machine?
04

to change the form or shape of a material into a certain form or shape by hitting, stretching, squeezing, etc.

Transitive: to work sth
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Work the leather into a purse.
Work the glass into a vase by blowing air into it.
He is working the dough to make bread.
4.1

to use a particular material to produce or craft a form of art

Transitive: to work with sth | to work in sth
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A jewelry maker working with gold to create a necklace.
05

to have the result that is desired

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The therapy sessions are n't working for me.
The medicine worked and my headache went away.
His solution worked, and they resolved the problem.
5.1

to make efforts in order to gain something

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The organization is working to raise awareness about the issue.
She is working to improve her language skills.
They committed themselves to working for animal rights.
5.2

to have a specific impact

Linking Verb: to work in a specific manner
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The new schedule works well for everyone on the team.
Your lack of experience can work against you in this job.
Loyalty works both ways in a partnership.
06

to move or pass from a particular position to another gradually or with difficulty

Complex Transitive: to work sth through sth
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The ship slowly worked its way through the dense fog.
Work the paintbrush from top to bottom to avoid streaks.
I had to work my way through the crowd to get to the stage.
6.1

(of a part of face or body) to move violently

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The cat 's tail worked back and forth as it watched the bird outside.
His face was red and his mouth was working as he struggled to control his temper.
He saw the ghostly figure appear before him, his mouth working as he tried to scream but no sound came out.
07

to cause oneself or someone else to be in a particular emotional state

Complex Transitive: to work sb into sth
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He worked himself into a rage when he found out about the betrayal.
She worked herself into a frenzy trying to finish the project before the deadline.
The news of the approaching hurricane worked the residents into a state of panic.
7.1

to use one's persuasiveness to manipulate or influence someone's emotions or behavior

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The politician worked the crowd with his passionate speeches.
The movie director worked the actors to evoke the desired emotions in the scene.
The salesperson worked his charm to convince the customer to buy the expensive product.
Work
01

activity that requires physical or mental effort

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Manual work, such as construction or carpentry, requires strength and skill.
His volunteer work at the local shelter is deeply fulfilling.
The research team presented their findings at the conference after months of meticulous work.
02

something that we do regularly to earn money

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During the summer break, she took up work as a tour guide.
He 's looking for part-time work to supplement his income.
She 's passionate about her work as a nurse.
03

a painting, piece of music or book that is produced by a painter, musician, or writer

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Each work in the artist 's collection tells a unique story.
The gallery displayed an early work of the artist, showcasing her evolution over the years.
Her latest work, a gripping thriller novel, is a best-seller.
04

a place where work is done

05

applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading)

06

(physics) a manifestation of energy; the transfer of energy from one physical system to another expressed as the product of a force and the distance through which it moves a body in the direction of that force

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tasks, documents, or projects that a person is currently engaged in or working on

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They work hard to meet the deadline.
She works passionately to make a difference in the world.
They can't work if the internet is down.
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