Freelancing: meaning, definitions and examples

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freelancing

 

[ หˆfriหหŒlษ‘หn.sษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

work independence

Freelancing refers to a form of self-employment where individuals offer services to clients without committing to a long-term contract. Freelancers can work across various industries, including writing, graphic design, programming, and consulting. The flexibility of freelancing allows individuals to choose their clients and projects, manage their schedules, and work from any location. This mode of work has gained popularity with the rise of digital platforms that connect freelancers with potential clients worldwide.

Synonyms

contract work, gig work, independent contracting, self-employment

Examples of usage

  • She enjoys freelancing as a graphic designer.
  • He started freelancing to earn extra income.
  • Freelancing allows me to travel while working.
  • Many people prefer freelancing to traditional jobs.

Translations

Translations of the word "freelancing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฐเฅ€เคฒเคพเค‚เคธเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ั€ั–ะปะฐะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒชใƒผใƒฉใƒณใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”„๋ฆฌ๋žœ์„œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุนู…ู„ ุงู„ุญุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‡ช็”ฑ่Œไธš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ั€ะธะปะฐะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒœแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ freelancing

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ freelancing

Etymology

The term 'freelance' originated in the late 19th century to describe medieval mercenaries who were not tied to any lord and could offer their services freely to the highest bidder. The word combines 'free' and 'lance,' with 'lance' referring to the weapon used by knights. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various forms of self-employment outside of traditional employment structures. As the economy shifted, especially with the rise of technology and the internet in the late 20th century, freelancing expanded significantly. It transformed into a popular choice for many professionals seeking autonomy, flexibility, and diversified work options, leading to the modern understanding of freelancing we know today.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,576, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.