legwork

== English == === Alternative forms === leg work, leg-work === Etymology === From leg +‎ work. === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈlɛɡˌwɜːk/ (General American, Canada) IPA(key): /ˈlɛɡˌwɝk/ (Australian) IPA(key): /ˈleɡˌwɜːk/ === Noun === legwork (usually uncountable, plural legworks) Work, especially research or preparation, that involves significant walking, travel, or similar effort. Skillful or vigorous use of the legs, as in dance or sports. ==== Related terms ==== footwork ==== Translations ==== === See also === groundwork pound the pavement