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Independent Work

/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt wɜrk/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    Work that is performed autonomously, without direct supervision or reliance on others.

    "Freelancers often engage in independent work, allowing them to set their own schedules."
  2. 2

    A type of employment where individuals are responsible for their own tasks and outcomes.

    "Many artists prefer independent work to maintain creative control over their projects."

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The term 'independent' originates from the Latin 'independens', meaning 'not hanging from' or 'not relying on'. 'Work' comes from the Old English 'weorc', which refers to physical or mental effort. The combination reflects a concept of self-sufficient labor that has evolved through the centuries.

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