chore

[chawr, chohr]

chore Definition

a routine task or job that is done regularly, often as part of one's job or household duties.

Using chore: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Cleaning the house is a chore that I do every Saturday.

  • Example

    Mowing the lawn is one of my least favorite chores.

  • Example

    Doing laundry is a necessary chore.

  • Example

    The daily chores at the farm include feeding the animals and collecting eggs.

chore Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chore

Phrases with chore

  • a chart or diagram used to assign household chores to different family members on a rotating basis

    Example

    We use a chore wheel to make sure everyone in the family contributes to keeping the house clean.

  • a written or digital list of tasks or jobs that need to be completed regularly

    Example

    I keep a chore list on my phone to help me stay organized and remember what needs to be done.

  • a visual aid used to track and assign household chores to different family members

    Example

    We use a chore chart to keep track of who has done which chores and when they were last completed.

Origins of chore

from Middle English 'chare', meaning 'a turn of work'

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Summary: chore in Brief

The term 'chore' [chawr, chohr] refers to a regular task or job that is part of one's daily routine, such as household duties or work responsibilities. Examples include cleaning the house, mowing the lawn, and doing laundry. 'Chore' can be organized using tools like chore wheels, chore lists, and chore charts.

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