1. Laundry items that are flat or can be pressed flat, such as sheets, tablecloths, and towels.
Usage: commonly used in laundry and household contexts
2. Decorative ironwork or metalwork that is flat or two-dimensional in form.
Usage: used in construction and decorative arts

Examples

• The laundry service charges less for flatwork than for items requiring hangers.
• She separated the flatwork from the delicate garments before washing.
• The hotel sends its sheets and pillowcases to a commercial flatwork facility.
• The gate featured ornate flatwork designs in wrought iron.
• Flatwork is easier to store than bulky items like comforters.