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Definition of woodwork

woodwork

/ˈwʊd.wɜːrk/
wood · work
Plural:woodworks
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Past Simple:woodworked
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Past Participle:woodworked
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Present Participle:woodworking
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woodwork Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The wooden parts, fittings, or interior trim of a room, building, or other structure, such as doors, window frames, staircases, and baseboards.

Example

"The historic Victorian house featured intricately carved oak woodwork around the fireplaces and doorways."

2

British The craft, activity, or skill of making and repairing objects out of wood.

Example

"During secondary school, she excelled in woodwork and built a sturdy bookshelf for her bedroom."

3

British The goalposts and crossbar of a goal in soccer and similar field sports.

Example

"The striker's powerful shot beat the goalkeeper but rattled off the woodwork."

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• verb

1

To shape, construct, or craft objects out of wood as a trade or pastime.

Example

"He spends his weekends in the garage workshop where he likes to woodwork and restore antique chairs."

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• Nearby Words

woodward
woodwardia
woodwind
woodwork
woodworker
woodworking
woodworks

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Woodwork. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/woodwork
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