paperwork

Word parts

paper + work

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈpeɪ.pɚˌwɝk/ or /ˈpeɪ.pɚ.wɚk/

• Audio (UK)

  (file)

• Hyphenation: pa‧per‧work

Noun

Singular paperwork

Plural none

1. (uncountable) Paperwork is a task or number of tasks that involves a lot of the same written work.
   • Synonyms: busy-work and red tape

   The police officer had to fill out paperwork for the accident that happened earlier.