task — a piece of work to be done or undertaken
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a piece of work to be done or undertaken
Pronunciation (IPA): /tæsk/
Example Sentences
- My mom gave me the impossible task of eating ALL the vegetables.
- The teacher tasked the students with preparing for the CSAT exam.
- Cleaning my brother's messy room is like completing Mission Impossible.
task
NOUN[/tæsk/]
a piece of work to be done or undertaken
An office worker completes their assigned task at the desk
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Medieval French tasque, which came from Latin taxa, meaning "tax" or "something imposed." Originally referring to an imposed obligation or duty, it evolved to mean a specific piece of work or assignment.
Breakdown
Old French tasque (imposed duty) from Latin taxa (tax, burden), from the past participle of taxare (to assess, impose).
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📝Examples
“My mom gave me the impossible task of eating ALL the vegetables.”
“The teacher tasked the students with preparing for the CSAT exam.”
“Cleaning my brother's messy room is like completing Mission Impossible.”
“She finished all her tasks before the deadline.”
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