Meaning of the word subcontract in English
What does subcontract mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
subcontract
US /sʌbˈkɑːn.trækt/
UK /ˌsʌb.kənˈtrækt/
Verb
to employ a person or company to do work for the main contractor
Example:
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The construction company decided to subcontract the electrical work to a specialized firm.
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Many large corporations subcontract their IT services to external providers.