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roadwork

road·work [ rṓd wùrk ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. roads repair of roads: construction or repair work being carried out on a section of public road, or on the utilities located near it, creating a temporary obstruction for road users

2. sports training exercise: a form of exercise consisting of long runs on roads, done especially as part of a training program

3. music work of touring: the activity of taking a band, especially a rock band, on a lengthy tour of performances



plural noun road·works 
Definition:
 
U.K. roads 
Same as  roadwork (sense 1)


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