Housework
Housework
Housework (/ˈhaʊsˌwɜːrk/), also known as domestic work or domestic chores, refers to the management of duties and chores involved in the running of a household, such as cleaning, cooking, home maintenance, shopping, and bill payment. These tasks may be performed by members of the household, or by other persons hired for the purpose. The term is also used to refer to the money allocated for such purposes.
The etymology of housework comes from the combination of the words "house" and "work", indicating the work or tasks done in a house.
Related Terms
- Cleaning: The process of removing dirt, impurities, and unwanted substances from an environment or object.
- Cooking: The practice or skill of preparing food by combining, mixing, and heating ingredients.
- Home Maintenance: The general upkeep of a house or other type of residence.
- Shopping: The act of browsing or purchasing goods from retailers.
- Bill Payment: The act of paying off debts or services rendered.
See Also
- Domestic Worker: A person who works within the employer's household.
- Housekeeping: The management of household affairs.
- Homemaking: The creation and management of a home, especially as a pleasant place in which to live.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Housework
- Wikipedia's article - Housework
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