Temp Worker
/ˈtɛmp ˈwɜrkər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual employed on a temporary basis, often through an agency, to fulfill short-term staffing needs.
The company hired a temp worker to cover the busy holiday season.
- (n.) A worker whose employment is governed by a contract of limited duration, distinct from permanent staff, with possible implications on benefits and labor rights.
Temp workers may not receive the same benefits as full-time employees.
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- temp worker
- temp workers
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Commentary
Legal distinctions between temp workers and permanent employees can affect eligibility for benefits and protections under labor laws.
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