Meaning & Definition of word "Schoolwork"

Schoolwork

/ˈskuːlˌwɜːrk/

noun:

  • 1. Tasks assigned to students by their teachers to be completed during and after school.
    • Example: I have a lot of schoolwork to finish before the weekend.
  • 2. Homework or assignments that contribute to educational courses.
    • Example: She spent the entire afternoon doing her schoolwork instead of watching TV.
  • 3. Any work or practice done in the course of a student's education.
    • Example: Balancing extracurricular activities with schoolwork can be challenging.

Etymology

Derived from 'school' + 'work', referring to tasks related to educational institutions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

schoolwork burden:

The stress and pressure from having a lot of school assignments.

pile of schoolwork:

A large amount of homework or assignments that need to be completed.

schoolwork time:

Designated time set aside for studying or completing assignments.

Related Words

student:

A person who is studying at a school or other educational institution.

teacher:

An individual who imparts knowledge or skills to students.

curriculum:

The subjects comprising a course of study in a school.

Slang Meanings of schoolwork

Meaning: Busywork

Example Sentence: All this schoolwork feels like busywork with no real purpose.

Meaning: Homework hell

Example Sentence: After three hours of studying, I'm in serious homework hell.