Chore

Definitions

1. A choir or chorus.
   obsolete
2. A task, especially a regularly needed task for the upkeep of a home or similar, such as cleaning or preparing meals.
3. A task that is difficult, unpleasant, or tediously routine.

Equivalents

Examples

“Before we moved in together, my partner and I divided up the chores: he cooks and vacuums, and I do the dishes and laundry.”

“The children were made to do their daily chores before being allowed to play⟳ games.”

“I used to enjoy⟳ being self-employed, but it's become⟳ a bit of a chore recently.”

“Shorty after his nomination as Chief Justice was announced, it came to light⟳ that while on the Court, Fortas, a close⟳ friend of Johnson's, had performed a number⟳ of personal and political chores for him. This was a clear violation of the principle of separation of powers.”

“On every wall, and sung where e'er I walk⟳. I number⟳ these, as being of the chore”

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