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Term: Paperwork

Description:

Paperwork refers to the various documents and administrative tasks that require written or printed records in an organization or personal context. It encompasses a wide range of written materials such as forms, contracts, reports, and letters.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - General:

Noun: The collective term for administrative documents and written records.

Example Sentence: He spent hours organizing his paperwork before the important meeting.

Sense 2 - Legal:

Noun: Legal documents that need to be completed, signed, and filed for various legal purposes.

Example Sentence: The lawyer helped her with the paperwork required for the property purchase.

Sense 3 - Governmental:

Noun: Forms or documents issued by government authorities for official procedures or applications.

Example Sentence: She had to fill out extensive paperwork to renew her driver's license.

Sense 4 - Administrative:

Noun: The routine administrative tasks involving handling and organizing paperwork.

Example Sentence: The new intern was responsible for sorting and filing all the paperwork in the office.