To do homework
Example: They do homework after school
Definition
"To do homework" means to complete assigned schoolwork outside of classroom hours, typically involving reading, writing, or problem-solving tasks that reinforce learning and prepare students for upcoming lessons or assessments.
Etymology
The phrase "to do homework" combines the verb "do," meaning to perform or carry out, with "homework," which originated in the late 19th century from the concept of work assigned to be done at home. Interestingly, "homework" reflects the shift in education practices emphasizing learning beyond the classroom.
