Definition

To obtain a job or work, often by being employed or contracted for a specific task.

Example

After finishing school, he decided to hire on at the local restaurant.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you thought about where you might hire on next?

Not really, I'm still exploring my options.

I heard there are a few places looking to hire new staff soon.

That sounds promising! I should start applying.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who is employed or brought into a job, often referred to in a business context.

Example

The company welcomed three new hires last week.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new hire in our team?

Yeah, I heard they have a lot of experience!

I wonder how they will fit in with the rest of us.

Definition

To employ someone or to rent something for a fee.

Example

They decided to hire a new employee to help with the workload.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you thought about who to hire for the party planning?

I was thinking we could hire someone with experience to make it easier.

That sounds great! Do you have anyone in mind to hire?

Root Explanation

The word 'hire' originates from Old English 'hyran', meaning to pay for the use of something or to employ. It describes the act of engaging someone for work or services in exchange for payment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'paying for the use of something' — that's why 'hire' means to employ someone.

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