Definition

A person or organization that employs someone or rents something.

Example

The hirer was pleased with the quality of the service provided by the contractor.

Conversation

Have you met our new hirer yet?

Not yet, but I heard they have a lot of experience.

Yeah, I think they really know how to pick good candidates.

That’s great! It will make the hiring process much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hirer → It is formed from "hire" (from Old English *hyran*, meaning to pay for the use of something) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A hirer is a person who pays for the use of something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'pays for the use' of something — that's what a hirer does.

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