Meaning of the word job in English

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

job

US /dʒɑːb/
UK /dʒɑːb/
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Noun

1.

a paid position of regular employment

Example:
She got a new job as a software engineer.
He's looking for a job in marketing.
2.

a task or piece of work, especially one that is paid

Example:
It's a tough job to clean the entire house.
I have a few small jobs to do around the house.
3.

a difficult or unpleasant situation or thing

Example:
Dealing with the bureaucracy was a real job.
It's a job to get him to listen.

Verb

1.

to do a job or task

Example:
He jobbed the painting of the house out to a contractor.
The company jobbed out most of its manufacturing.
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