Definition of public works in US English:
public works
plural nounˈpəblɪk wərksˈpəblik wərks
The work of building such things as roads, schools, and reservoirs, carried out by the government for the community.
as modifier public works projects
Example sentencesExamples
- Libraries, county offices, public works and hospitals were shut down in rotating order.
- But his main concern was increased expenditure on road infrastructure and public works.
- Work on sewers, roads and other public works accounted for some of the more expensive costs.
- Better roads in cities that receive heavier rains are testimony to the fact that blaming the rains is a lame excuse for poor quality of public works.
- The proceeds from meters and fines currently go into public works such as footpaths, roads and drainage.