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Meaning of freelancers
A person who works independently, not being permanently employed by one company or organization.
Etymology of freelancers
The term "freelancer" originated in the 19th century, derived from the idea of a medieval mercenary who would fight for the highest bidder, with "free" referring to the lance they carried and "lance" referring to their willingness to fight for anyone who paid them.
The term was first used in the context of writing and journalism in the mid-20th century, to describe individuals who worked independently, selling their services to various clients.
Synonyms
independent contractors
self-employed individuals
solo practitioners
consultants
contractors
temps
temporary workers
gig workers
independent workers
solo entrepreneurs
freelancers
independent professionals
solo consultants
hired guns
mercenaries
guns for hire
experts for hire
specialists
independent experts
solo specialists
free agents
solo free agents
independent agents
solo operators
independent operators
solo businesses
independent businesses
one-person bands
solo entrepreneurs
independent entrepreneurs
solo ventures
independent ventures
Definitions
- A person who works on a freelance basis, especially a self-employed person who works independently, not being permanently employed by one company or organization.
- A person who sells their services to the highest bidder, especially a writer, artist, or journalist.
Usage Examples
- Many freelancers work from home, using technology to communicate with clients and complete projects.
- The company hires freelancers to work on a project-by-project basis, rather than employing full-time staff.
- As a freelancer, she has the freedom to choose her own projects and work at her own pace.
Antonyms
employees
permanent staff
full-time workers
permanent employees
salaried workers
waged workers
contract workers
permanent contractors
long-term employees
tenured employees
career employees
organizational employees
institutional employees
established employees
regular employees
steady employees
secure employees