Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fill-a-position

Phrase
/fɪl ə pəˈzɪʃən/
Definition
To occupy or take up a job or role that is currently vacant.
Examples
  • We need to fill the position of marketing manager by the end of the month.
  • The HR department is actively looking to fill a position in the finance team.
  • After a long search, they finally filled the position with a qualified candidate.
Meaning
The act of finding someone to take on a particular job or position that is empty.
Synonyms
  • occupy a role
  • staff a position
  • take on a job