hire

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hire
ˈhʌɪə Listen
Meanings
verb
  • obtain the temporary use of (something) for an agreed payment.
    E.g. we flew to San Diego, hired a car, and headed for Las Vegas
  • employ (someone) for wages.
    E.g. management hired and fired labour in line with demand
noun
  • the action of hiring someone or something.
    E.g. car hire is recommended
  • a person who is hired; an employee.
    E.g. new hires go through six months of training

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