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case•work



Pronunciation: (kās'wûrk"), [key]
—n.
1. the work of investigation, advice, supervision, etc., by social workers or the like, in cases handled by them.
2. Sociol.a close study of psychological and sociological factors in the history of an individual or family in unfavorable circumstances, with a view to improving personal and family conditions. Also,case' work".

case•work



Pronunciation: (kās'wûrk"), [key]
—n.
cabinetwork (def. 1).

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