Homework
'həʊmwɜːrk
Definitions
2 meaningsWork that a student is required to do, typically at home.
'həʊmwɜːrk
Tasks assigned by a teacher to be completed outside of class.
I have a lot of homework tonight.
💡 Simply: Homework is like the extra practice you get from your teacher after school! It's the work they want you to do at home so you can get better at things like reading, math, or writing. Imagine your teacher giving you a special puzzle to solve at your kitchen table. That's homework!
👶 For kids: Things you have to do for school at your house!
More Examples
She spent the evening doing her homework.
The teacher assigned homework to be completed by Friday.
How It's Used
"Students often complain about the amount of homework they receive."
To assign or give homework.
'həʊmwɜːrk
To assign homework to someone.
The teacher often homeworks students on Fridays.
💡 Simply: When a teacher tells you to do homework, they're 'homeworking' you! It's a way of saying they are giving you homework. Think: 'My teacher always homeworks us on Fridays.'
👶 For kids: When the teacher tells you to do stuff for school at your house.
More Examples
She homeworked the class on chapter 3.
They homeworked the students a project for the weekend.
How It's Used
"The teacher homeworked the students on the lesson."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
do one's homework
To prepare thoroughly for something, often by researching or gathering information.
"Before investing in the stock market, it's crucial to do your homework."
From "home" + "work." The term originated in the late 19th century, reflecting the practice of assigning school tasks to be completed outside of the classroom.
The term 'homework' gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as public education became more widespread.
Memory tip
Think of the tasks you do at HOME after SCHOOL (WORK).
Word Origin
"Home + Work"