legwork

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Work, especially research or preparation, that involves significant walking, travel, or similar effort.
  2. Skillful or vigorous use of the legs, as in dance or sports.

Pronunciation

/ˈlɛɡˌwɜːk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-legwork.wav /ˈlɛɡˌwɝk/ /ˈleɡˌwɜːk/

Word forms

legwork legworks leg work leg-work

Etymology

From leg + work.

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