26984 words

handiwork

4 definitions • 4 examples
1
work done skilfully with the hands:

Examples:

Susannah put down the paintbrush and stood back to admire her handiwork.
2
something that you have done or caused, usually something bad:

Examples:

"Is this your handiwork?" he asked, pointing at the graffiti on the wall.
3
work done skillfully with the hands:

Examples:

He built his own telescope, and he was proud of his handiwork.
4
Handiwork is also the effects of any action:

Examples:

The damage to the house is the handiwork of termites.

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