English · Work & Business
gig economy
/ˈɡɪɡ ɪˌkɒn.ə.mi/
[/ˈɡɪɡ ɪˌkɒn.ə.mi/]
short-term flexible work system
Advancednoun
Definition
A way of working in which people do many short-term or freelance jobs rather than one permanent job.
Example
In the gig economy, many people drive taxis or deliver food through apps on their phones.
In the gig economy, many people drive taxis or deliver food through apps on their phones.
Etymology
From 'gig' (a musician's slang for a job) and 'economy', a term that spread in the 2010s.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to describe app-based and short-term work.