English · Common Verbs
hire
/ˈhaɪə/
[/ˈhaɪə/]
employ; rent
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Definition
To give someone a job, or to pay to use something for a short time.
Example
The growing company plans to hire several new engineers before the end of the year.
The growing company plans to hire several new engineers before the end of the year.
Etymology
From Old English 'hȳrian' (to hire, employ), of Germanic origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Means to employ staff and, in British English, to rent equipment.