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HR

|H/R|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˌeɪtʃ ˈɑr/

🇬🇧

/ˌeɪtʃ ˈɑː/

employee management

Etymology
Etymology Information

'HR' as 'Human Resources' originates from the concept of managing human capital within organizations.

Historical Evolution

The term 'Human Resources' evolved from 'personnel management' in the 20th century.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the management of employee records, but now encompasses a broader range of employee-related functions.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an abbreviation for 'Human Resources', referring to the department within a company that is responsible for hiring, training, and managing employees.

The HR department is responsible for employee recruitment and training.

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Noun 2

an abbreviation for 'Heart Rate', referring to the number of heartbeats per minute.

The doctor checked my HR during the examination.

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Last updated: 2025/01/14 03:36