Headwork

Pronunciation: /ˈhɛdwɜrk/

Definitions of headwork

noun work that requires thinking or mental effort

Example Sentences

A1 I used my headwork to solve the simple math problem.

A2 She relied on her headwork to come up with a solution to the puzzle.

B1 His headwork was evident in the way he analyzed the data and drew conclusions.

B2 The project required a lot of headwork to figure out the best approach.

C1 Her headwork in developing the new software was impressive and innovative.

C2 The scientist's headwork in formulating the theory was groundbreaking and revolutionary.

Examples of headwork in a Sentence

formal The success of this project relies heavily on the quality of our team's headwork.

informal I need to put in some serious headwork to finish this assignment on time.

slang Stop slacking off and do some headwork if you want to pass the exam.

figurative Her headwork in solving complex problems is truly impressive.

Grammatical Forms of headwork

• past tense: headworked
• plural: headworks
• comparative: more headwork
• superlative: most headwork
• present tense: headworks
• future tense: will headwork
• perfect tense: have headworked
• continuous tense: is headworking
• singular: headwork
• positive degree: headwork
• infinitive: to headwork
• gerund: headworking
• participle: headworked

Origin and Evolution of headwork

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'headwork' originated from Old English, where 'head' referred to the seat of intellect or understanding.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'headwork' evolved to refer to mental effort or intellectual labor, emphasizing the cognitive aspect of work or problem-solving.