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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Work done in preparation. uncountable

   "We do prework on the clay for the next day, then it’s a beer at the tavern, and back on the subway."

Adjective

1. 1
   Prior to starting work. not-comparable

Example

More examples

"We do prework on the clay for the next day, then it’s a beer at the tavern, and back on the subway."

Etymology

From pre- + work.

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