Employ

usgb/ɪmˈplɔɪ/
verb

To give somebody a job to do for payment.

He is employed by a computer company.
Visual representation of "employ" - to give somebody a job to do for payment

Often appears as...

  • employ someone
  • employ tactics
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Workplace Setting

Employ is often used regarding formal work arrangements requiring contracts or agreements.

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She was employed as a software developer after her interview.
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Payment Requirement

Use 'employ' to imply that payment is exchanged for someone's services or work.

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Our company employs over 300 people.
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Organization Link

Employ often suggests the person works under an organization rather than being self-employed.

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She's employed by a multinational corporation.
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