Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

earthwork

/ˈɝθwɝk/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 2.26 in modern English

Syllables
earth-work
IPA
/ˈɝθwɝk/
19
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

Example Sentences

Etymology

From earth + work. First attested in the 1630s.

Origin

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈɝθwɝk/
  • British English: /ˈɜːθwɜːk/

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Questions

How do you pronounce earthwork?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈɝθwɝk/.
What does earthwork mean?
Any structure made from earth, especially an embankment used for fortification or flood control.
Where does earthwork come from?
First known use: First attested in the 1630s.

How to pronounce earthwork

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