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Employment

Eh-MPLOY-muhnt

/ɛˈmplɔɪmʌnt/

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employment

Dictionary meaning

The occupation for which you are paid.

Examples

  • I am looking for employment.
  • They are looking for employment.

Synonyms: work

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