labours
Translation
labors, efforts, toils, childbirth
Examples
He enjoyed the fruits of his labours.
He enjoyed the fruits of his labors.
The twelve labours of Hercules are famous.
The twelve labors of Hercules are famous.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) + ((labors)) + ((of sb./sth.)) the hard work done by someone/something The labors of the rescue team were heroic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: efforts, exertions, toils, tasks
Etymology
The plural form of 'labor' (work, effort). Refers to multiple difficult tasks or efforts.
Memory Tips
Think of 'The Twelve Labors of Hercules' from Greek mythology to remember the sense of multiple, difficult tasks.