homework

Definition

  • noun: work that a student is given to do at home
  • noun: piecework done at home for pay
  • used in the phrase 'do your homework'
  • synonyms: prep, preparation

Examples

  • The candidate 'did his homework' [=studied the issues] before the debate.

  • She started her algebra 'homework'.

  • Please do/finish your 'homework'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) they have a Nobu now could you fucking stop! ... in a sense? -If the bond is rich, it is. Rich just means overpriced I can't sleep on a plane so I did my homework -OK, let's focus! What's our goal? Figure out if this is a deal of a lifetime or... everyone knows here something we don't (..)
    2015 The Big Short