Employed
/ɪmˈplɔɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having entered into a contract of employment; engaged in work for pay or under a contract of service.
The employed individual is entitled to certain labor protections under the law.
- (v.) Past participle of employ; having hired or engaged the services of someone.
The company has employed many skilled workers this year.
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Commentary
As an adjective, 'employed' describes a status of having employment; as a verb form, it is the past participle of 'employ.' In legal drafting, distinguish its use to clarify rights or duties arising from employment.
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