English Explanatory Dictionary

workery

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The art or business of working; workmanship, especially pertaining to handcrafts, handiwork, needlework, etc.
  2. A place where one works; workshop; factory

Word forms

workery

Etymology

From Middle English werkri, equivalent to work + -ery. Compare Dutch werkerij, German Werkerei (“factory”).

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