Meaning of the word unemployed in English
What does unemployed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
unemployed
US /ˌʌn.ɪmˈplɔɪd/
UK /ˌʌn.ɪmˈplɔɪd/
Adjective
1.
without a job but available to work
Example:
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He has been unemployed for six months.
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The government is trying to reduce the number of unemployed people.
Plural Noun
1.
people who are without a job but available to work
Example:
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The number of unemployed has increased this quarter.
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Support programs are available for the unemployed.
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