casework

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or case work

[ keys-wurk ]
/ ˈkeɪsˌwɜrk /

noun

the work of investigation, advice, supervision, etc., by social workers or the like, in cases handled by them.
Sociology. a close study of psychological and sociological factors in the history of an individual or family in unfavorable circumstances, with a view to improving personal and family conditions.

Origin of casework

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Definition for casework (2 of 2)

casework 2
[ keys-wurk ]
/ ˈkeɪsˌwɜrk /

noun

Origin of casework

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Example sentences from the Web for casework

  • When exhibitions travel, casework and graphics get shipped from venue to venue in heavy crates.

    The Curator's Tale |Ellen Lupton |July 7, 2010 |DAILY BEAST

British Dictionary definitions for casework

casework
/ (ˈkeɪsˌwɜːk) /

noun

social work based on close study of the personal histories and circumstances of individuals and families

Derived forms of casework

caseworker, noun