volunteering
n. US //ˌvɔɫənˈtɪɹɪŋ// UK //vˌɒləntˈiəɹɪŋ// vol·un·teer·ing
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1 charity work (n.) B1 Intermediatethe act of giving your time and work to help a charity or your community without being paid.
the voluntary provision of time and labour for charitable, educational, or community purposes. Uncountable in this sense.
ExampleVolunteering at the local animal shelter has been a very rewarding experience for her.
ExampleThe university encourages volunteering as a means for students to develop soft skills while contributing meaningfully to the local community.
- service
- charity work
- unpaid work
- employment
- paid work
- Nounvolunteer
- Nounvolunteering