Meaning of the word hire in English

What does hire mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hire

US /haɪr/

UK /haɪər/

to employ someone for wages

Example:

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The company decided to hire a new marketing manager.

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We need to hire more staff to handle the increased workload.

Synonym:

employ recruit engage appoint take on

to obtain the temporary use of (something) for an agreed payment

Example:

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We decided to hire a car for our vacation.

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You can hire bicycles at the park entrance.

Synonym:

rent lease charter

an act of employing someone or renting something

Example:

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The company announced a new hire for the executive position.

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The car hire service was very efficient.

Synonym:

employment recruitment rental lease

Related Word:

hired gun hire out