Hire

/haɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An arrangement to employ someone or to obtain the services of someone.

The hire of the new consultant has really improved our project.

An instance of renting or leasing something.

The hire of the equipment was organized in advance.

verb

To employ someone to do a job or to provide a service.

The company decided to hire a new marketing manager to boost sales.

To obtain the services of someone in exchange for payment.

They hired a caterer for the wedding reception.

To reserve or engage something, such as equipment or a vehicle, for a period of time.

We need to hire a van for our trip next weekend.

Middle English: originally meaning 'to pay' or 'to reward', from Old English 'hyrian' which means 'to obtain'.

hire and fire

To employ and dismiss staff at will.

hire out

To offer something for rent or lease.

hire purchase

An agreement to buy a product through installment payments.

hired

Refers to someone who has been employed.

hirer

A person or company that hires someone.

hiring

The act of employing someone.

To enlist someone for a temporary gig.

She hired a babysitter for the night.

To grab someone's assistance for a task.

I hired my friend to help me move.