| word |
a sound, group of sounds, or the symbols for such sounds in writing that have some meaning. Words are a basic unit of language. [6 definitions] |
| wording |
the act or manner of putting into words. |
| word processing |
the creation of typed documents on a computer. |
| word processor |
a computer or a computer program that can be used to write, change, print, and save text that one writes. |
| wordy |
having or using too many words. |
| wore |
past tense of "wear." |
| work |
the use of energy or effort to achieve a result by doing or making something; labor. [10 definitions] |
| workbench |
a sturdy table or bench where a carpenter or other worker works. |
| workbook |
a book for students that has problems or exercises and spaces for written answers or practice. |
| worker |
someone who works at a task or job. [2 definitions] |
| working |
the act or activity of someone or something that works. [3 definitions] |
| workman |
a male worker who works with his hands or with machines. |
| workmanship |
the art or skill of someone who works with their hands or with machines. [2 definitions] |
| workout |
a period or program of physical exercise. [2 definitions] |
| workplace |
the place where one works, especially a factory, office, store, or the like. |
| worksheet |
a page of questions or exercises that help students understand or practice things that they are studying. Worksheets are usually easier than homework exercises or tests and are often not graded by the teacher. Worksheets are usually done in class rather than at home. Other types of worksheets prepare adults to do some task they need to do, such as filling out their tax forms with the correct information. |
| workshop |
a room or building in which a particular kind of work is done, usually involving manual or mechanical skills. [2 definitions] |
| world |
the universe; everything that exists. [6 definitions] |
| worldly |
of or relating to the material world; not spiritual. [2 definitions] |
| worldwide |
spread or happening all over the world. |
| World Wide Web |
a part of the Internet. The World Wide Web is made of documents called "pages" that are linked to each other. |