homework

noun

home·​work ˈhōm-ˌwərk How to pronounce homework (audio)
Synonyms of homeworknext
1
: piecework done at home for pay
2
: an assignment given to a student to be completed outside the regular class period
3
: preparatory reading or research (as for a discussion or a debate)

Examples of homework in a Sentence

She started her algebra homework.
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My homework for you is to go get yourself a tomato and try an unsalted and salted slice side by side. — Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026 People from around the world logged on to watch Ringley do her homework, brush her hair, masturbate, make out with her boyfriend. — Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 28 June 2026 In second and third grade, kids will spend a maximum of 20 minutes on screens each day, including homework. — CNN Money, 29 June 2026 Roos and her sisters grew up in the business, making lines after school at the table, setting them out, then returning home for dinner and homework. — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for homework

Word History

First Known Use

1662, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of homework was in 1662

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homework

noun
home·​work ˈhōm-ˌwərk How to pronounce homework (audio)
: work and especially school lessons to be done outside the regular class period
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