Contract Employee
/ˈkɒn.trækt ɪmˈplɔɪ.i/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual employed under the terms of a contract for a fixed period or project without being a permanent staff member.
The company hired a contract employee to complete the software development project.
Forms
- contract employee
- contract employees
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Commentary
The term distinguishes employees engaged by contract for limited durations from permanent employees; legal implications often relate to benefits and labor rights eligibility.
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