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outwork

Syllabification: (out·work)
Pronunciation: /ˈoutˌwərk/

Definition of outwork

noun

  • 1a section of a fortification or system of defense that is in front of the main part.
  • 2British work done outside the factory or office that provides it.

verb

Pronunciation: /ˌoutˈwərk/

[with object]
  • work harder, faster, or longer than:Irwin simply outworks his opponent

Derivatives

outworker

noun

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Definition of outwork in the British & World English dictionary