public works

noun

Meaning

Technical projects, often construction or engineering, carried out by the government on behalf of the community.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

public service(English)public-private partnership(English)public/private partnership(English)community service(English)community payback(English)landcare(English)public sector(English)public credit(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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