Definition of work

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Work (n.) The moving parts of a mechanism; as, the works of a watch..

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Staging :: Staging (n.) A structure of posts and boards for supporting workmen, etc., as in building..
Center :: Center (n.) A conical recess, or indentation, in the end of a shaft or other work, to receive the point of a center, on which the work can turn, as in a lathe..
Vermiculation :: Vermiculation (n.) The act of vermiculating, or forming or inlaying so as to resemble the motion, track, or work of a worm..
Anchor :: Anchor (n.) Carved work, somewhat resembling an anchor or arrowhead; -- a part of the ornaments of certain moldings. It is seen in the echinus, or egg-and-anchor (called also egg-and-dart, egg-and-tongue) ornament..
Jaw :: "Jaw (n.) One of the bones, usually bearing teeth, which form the framework of the mouth..
Housewife :: Housewife (n.) A little case or bag for materials used in sewing, and for other articles of female work; -- called also hussy..
Maul-stick :: Maul-stick (n.) A stick used by painters as a rest for the hand while working.
Abacus :: Abacus (n.) A tablet, panel, or compartment in ornamented or mosaic work..
Triple-tail :: Triple-tail (n.) An edible fish (Lobotes Surinamensis) found in the warmer parts of all the oceans, and common on the southern and middle coasts of the United States. When living it is silvery gray, and becomes brown or blackish when dead. Its dorsal and anal fins are long, and extend back on each side of the tail. It has large silvery scales which are used in the manufacture of fancy work. Called also, locally, black perch, grouper, and flasher..
Vocation :: Vocation (n.) A call to special religious work, as to the ministry..
Jobber :: Jobber (n.) One who works by the job.
Roughwork :: Roughwork (v. t.) To work over coarsely, without regard to nicety, smoothness, or finish..
Lock Stitch :: Lock stitch () A peculiar sort of stitch formed by the locking of two threads together, as in the work done by some sewing machines. See Stitch..
Awork :: Awork (adv.) At work; in action.
Blackwork :: Blackwork (n.) Work wrought by blacksmiths; -- so called in distinction from that wrought by whitesmiths.
Brazier :: Brazier (n.) An artificer who works in brass.
Jobbing :: "Jobbing (a.) Doing chance work or add jobs; as, a jobbing carpenter..
Checkerwork :: Checkerwork (n.) Work consisting of or showing checkers varied alternately as to colors or materials.
Work :: Work (n.) Performance of moral duties; righteous conduct.
Striker :: Striker (n.) A workman who is on a strike.
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