"bell work" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: bell + work. In most schools, a bell rings to signify the beginning of class. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|bell|work}} bell + work Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} bell work (uncountable)
  1. A small quantity of schoolwork, with instructions posted or announced at or before the start of class, so that students commence working on it as soon as the class period has begun. Tags: uncountable Synonyms: bellwork
    Sense id: en-bell_work-en-noun-mQBL9p0y Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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