Hireling: meaning, definitions and examples
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hireling
[ ˈhaɪərlɪŋ ]
worker
A person who works purely for material reward rather than for any love or loyalty to the work they are doing.
Synonyms
employee, mercenary, wage earner
Examples of usage
- He was regarded as just another hireling in the company.
- The hirelings were only interested in their paycheck.
Translations
Translations of the word "hireling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 empregado
🇮🇳 किराए का मजदूर
🇩🇪 Tagelöhner
🇮🇩 buruh
🇺🇦 найманець
🇵🇱 najemnik
🇯🇵 雇い人
🇫🇷 mercenaire
🇪🇸 asalariado
🇹🇷 paralı asker
🇰🇷 고용된 사람
🇸🇦 مرتزق
🇨🇿 nádeník
🇸🇰 nádenník
🇨🇳 雇工
🇸🇮 najemnik
🇮🇸 leiguliði
🇰🇿 жалдамалы
🇬🇪 დაქირავებული
🇦🇿 muqaviləçi
🇲🇽 asalariado
Word origin
The term 'hireling' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the word 'hire' meaning payment for labor. In historical contexts, hirelings were often associated with temporary or menial work, lacking the commitment or loyalty of permanent employees. The concept of hirelings has evolved over time, reflecting changing attitudes towards work and labor relationships.