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housekeeping

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈhaʊˌskipɪŋ// UK //hˈaʊskiːpɪŋ// house·keep·ing

n. the work of cleaning and looking after a home or hotel. It can also mean the small, boring tasks you must do to keep a project or business running smoothly.

n. the management and performance of household chores, such as cleaning and maintenance; by extension, the routine administrative tasks required to maintain an organisation or system.


SIMPLE

The hotel offers daily housekeeping for all guests.

CONTEXTUAL

Before we start the main presentation, we have a few housekeeping items to discuss, such as the fire exits and lunch times.

COMPLEX

Efficient housekeeping is essential in the hospitality industry, as guest satisfaction depends heavily on the perceived cleanliness and order of the private and communal spaces.

Synonyms
Origin

From house + keeping.

Usage

Often used metaphorically in business contexts to refer to minor organizational tasks.

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