chores

chores · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Routine tasks, especially household ones.

  2. 2.

    Unpleasant but necessary tasks.

Forms

plural: chores

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    household chores — domestic tasks like cleaning and cooking
  • •
    daily chores — routine tasks done every day
  • •
    do chores — to complete routine tasks

Related words

See also: duty, housework, task
Synonyms: duties, errands, jobs, tasks

Etymology

Plural of "chore," from Middle English "char" or "chare" meaning a turn of work or odd job.