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chore

|chore|

B1

🇺🇸

/tʃɔr/

🇬🇧

/tʃɔː/

routine task

Etymology
Etymology Information

'chore' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'chare,' where 'chare' meant 'turn of work.'

Historical Evolution

'chare' transformed into the modern English word 'chore' through linguistic evolution.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'turn of work,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'routine task.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a routine task, especially a household one.

Washing the dishes is a daily chore.

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Noun 2

a tedious but necessary task.

Filing taxes is often considered a chore.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35