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homework
[ noun ]
preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)
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homework \homework\ n.
1. preparatory school work done outside school (especially at
home).

Syn: prep, preparation.
[WordNet 1.5]

2. Hence: [fig.] Studies or other preparatory work done prior
to some activity; -- usually used of preparations for
activities of significance or consequence for the
performer; as, the candidate didn't do her homework well
and was outclassed in the debate.
[PJC]

3. Paid work done at home, especially piecework.
[PJC]