permanently-employed
|per-ma-nent-ly-em-ployed|
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/ˈpɜːrmənəntli ɪmˈplɔɪd/
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/ˈpɜːmənəntli ɪmˈplɔɪd/
(employ)
having paid work
Etymology
Etymology Information
'employ' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'emploier,' where 'en-' meant 'in' and 'ploier' meant 'to fold or bend.'
Historical Evolution
'emploier' transformed into the Middle English word 'employen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'employ.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to use or apply,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to hire or engage someone for work.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a job or position that is not temporary or seasonal, and is expected to last indefinitely.
She is permanently-employed at the company.
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Last updated: 2025/07/05 15:08