Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • intransitive verb To work at home using a computer connected to the network of one's employer.

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  • verb computing To work from home, sometimes for part of a working day or week, using a computer connected to one's employer's network or via the Internet.

Etymologies

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From tele- + commute

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Examples

  • I'll likely still "telecommute" from my computer, which will remain in my flat, but I now have a small space in the resource center that I can call my own and use for individual or small group time with the residents.

    2009/2010: The New Year Begins !!! Khalil 2009

  • I'll likely still "telecommute" from my computer, which will remain in my flat, but I now have a small space in the resource center that I can call my own and use for individual or small group time with the residents.

    2009/2010: The New Year Begins !!! Khalil 2009

  • I'll likely still "telecommute" from my computer, which will remain in my flat, but I now have a small space in the resource center that I can call my own and use for individual or small group time with the residents.

    Archive 2009-09-01 Khalil 2009

  • I'll likely still "telecommute" from my computer, which will remain in my flat, but I now have a small space in the resource center that I can call my own and use for individual or small group time with the residents.

    Archive 2009-09-01 Khalil 2009

  • Typing the word "telecommute" into the keyword search box on any of the big job boards will bring up hundreds of postings.

    Work & Family Mailbox 2008

  • For instance, our ability to "telecommute" has helped create the 18-hour workday.

    Archives de la Stan 2005

  • For instance, our ability to "telecommute" has helped create the 18-hour workday.

    Archive 2003-12-24 2003

  • For instance, our ability to "telecommute" has helped create the 18-hour workday.

    Archives de la Stan 2003

  • On any given day a consultant might use his home-office to "telecommute" rather than drive to the office, or a business executive may video-conference with her clients in Europe and avoid a flight across the Atlantic.

    Environmental Valuation & Cost-Benefit News 2009

  • Many people telecommute; others communicate via e-mail even if they are in the same office.

    Getting along with co-workers may add years to your life 2011

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