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Definition of “outwork

outwork

Definitions

noun

  1. (often plural) defences which lie outside main defensive works
  2. work performed away from the factory, office, etc, by which it has been commissioned

verb

(tr)
  1. to work better, harder, etc, than
  2. to work out to completion

Alternative Forms

ˈoutˌworker noun

Usage examples

  • It's tough to play against, but you just have to outwork the other team," said Matt Foy.
    Ottawa Sun (2003)
  • People are clearly disasatisfied with the implementation and outwork of the Agreement.
    Belfast Telegraph (2003)

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