Meaning of the word "unpaid worker" in English

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

unpaid worker

US /ʌnˈpeɪd ˈwɜrkər/
UK /ʌnˈpeɪd ˈwɜːkər/

Noun

a person who works without receiving payment, often in a family business or as a volunteer

Example:
Many small farms rely on unpaid workers from the family.
Volunteers are essentially unpaid workers who contribute to a cause.