work from home

/wɜːrk frɒm hoʊm/
phraseIntermediate
💼Business
formal

A work arrangement where employees perform their job duties remotely, typically from their home.

The company implemented a work-from-home policy to reduce office space costs.

This policy allows employees to work remotely, saving the company money on office rent.

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This arrangement became more common after the COVID-19 pandemic.

💻Technology
technical

A flexible work arrangement that allows employees to work remotely using digital tools and communication platforms.

Work-from-home setups require reliable internet and collaboration software like Zoom or Slack.

Employees need stable internet connections and tools like video conferencing and messaging apps to work effectively from home.

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This definition emphasizes the technological requirements for remote work.

Collocations

work from homeemployment arrangement where work is done remotelyremote worksimilar to work from home, but may include other locations

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Related Phrases

hybrid workphrase
a mix of remote and in-office work
digital nomadphrase
a person who works remotely while traveling

💡Pro Tip

Clarify expectations

When discussing work-from-home arrangements, specify whether it's full-time, part-time, or flexible.

Gold Rule

Clear communication

Ensure all team members understand the expectations and tools required for effective remote work.

📖Word Origin

The phrase emerged in the late 20th century as technology enabled remote work, but became widely used during the COVID-19 pandemic.

📝Usage Notes

The phrase is commonly used in business and technology contexts to describe flexible work arrangements.

Word Breakdown

work
employment or job duties
root
+
from
indicating the location of work
preposition
+
home
the place where the employee resides
root
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