Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hireling
noun
ˈhaɪər.lɪŋ
Definition
A person who works solely for material reward, often with a lack of loyalty or commitment.
Examples
- The hireling completed the tasks efficiently but lacked any passion for the project.
- Many viewed him as a hireling, focused only on his paycheck.
Meaning
The term ‘hireling’ refers to someone who is employed for a specific task or job, particularly in a way that suggests they are only interested in payment rather than the work itself or the interests of others.
Synonyms
- mercenary
- employee
- laborer
- hired hand
- contractor
