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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Torchon Lace :: Torchon lace () a simple thread lace worked upon a pillow with coarse thread; also, a similar lace made by machinery..
Architecture :: Architecture (n.) Construction, in a more general sense; frame or structure; workmanship..
Tapis :: Tapis (v. t.) To cover or work with figures like tapestry.
Mine :: Mine (v. i.) A cavity or tunnel made under a fortification or other work, for the purpose of blowing up the superstructure with some explosive agent..
Gather :: Gather (n.) The inclination forward of the axle journals to keep the wheels from working outward.
Detent :: Detent (n.) That which locks or unlocks a movement; a catch, pawl, or dog; especially, in clockwork, the catch which locks and unlocks the wheelwork in striking..
Puddle :: Puddle (n.) Clay, or a mixture of clay and sand, kneaded or worked, when wet, to render it impervious to water..
Scutum :: Scutum (n.) An oblong shield made of boards or wickerwork covered with leather, with sometimes an iron rim; -- carried chiefly by the heavy-armed infantry..
Seamanship :: Seamanship (n.) The skill of a good seaman; the art, or skill in the art, of working a ship..
Millwork :: Millwork (n.) The business of setting up or of operating mill machinery.
Quickwork :: Quickwork (n.) All the submerged section of a vessel's planking.
Secondary :: Secondary (a.) Acting by deputation or delegated authority; as, the work of secondary hands..
Skyrocket :: Skyrocket (n.) A rocket that ascends high and burns as it flies; a species of fireworks.
Boast :: Boast (v. t.) To shape roughly as a preparation for the finer work to follow; to cut to the general form required.
Stick :: Stick (n.) To run or plane (moldings) in a machine, in contradistinction to working them by hand. Such moldings are said to be stuck..
Wonderwork :: Wonderwork (n.) A wonderful work or act; a prodigy; a miracle.
Comprint :: Comprint (v. t. & i.) To print surreptitiously a work belonging to another.
Exquisite :: Exquisite (a.) Carefully selected or sought out; hence, of distinguishing and surpassing quality; exceedingly nice; delightfully excellent; giving rare satisfaction; as, exquisite workmanship..
Jump :: Jump (n.) An abrupt interruption of level in a piece of brickwork or masonry.
Work :: Work (v. t.) To labor or operate upon; to give exertion and effort to; to prepare for use, or to utilize, by labor..
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