Meaning & use

chore

noun·Everyday

A routine or minor task, especially a household one, that is often considered tedious.

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Taking out the trash is one of my least favorite chores.

The children split the weekly chores evenly among themselves each Sunday.

A note on using this word

Chore usually implies a small, repetitive task done out of necessity rather than choice, often around the house.

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