work
verbcandidate·updated Jun 3, 2026
To function, especially properly or effectively.
Framework senses
- §1
- To function, especially properly or effectively.
- §1
- give a workout to
- §2
- arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
- §3
- go sour or spoil
- §4
- cause to undergo fermentation
- §5
- find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
- §6
- use or manipulate to one's advantage
- §7
- make uniform
- §8
- perform as expected when applied
- §9
- move into or onto
- §10
- cause to happen or to occur as a consequence
- §11
- make something, usually for a specific function
- §12
- shape, form, or improve a material
- §13
- prepare for crops
- §14
- gratify and charm, usually in order to influence
- §15
- move in an agitated manner
- §16
- proceed along a path
- §17
- provoke or excite
- §18
- proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity
- §19
- cause to work
- §20
- be employed
- §21
- exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
- §22
- cause to operate or function
- §23
- operate in or through
- §24
- have an effect or outcome
- §25
- have and exert influence or effect
- §26
- operate in a certain place, area, or specialty
- §27
- behave in a certain way when handled