Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unpaid-worker

noun
/ʌnˈpeɪd ˈwɜːrkər/
Definition
A person who performs work without receiving payment for their services.
Examples
  • Many nonprofits rely on unpaid workers to carry out their missions.
  • She gained valuable experience by becoming an unpaid worker at the local animal shelter.
Meaning
An unpaid worker contributes their labor and efforts without financial compensation, often in volunteer roles or internships.
Synonyms
  • Volunteer
  • Intern
  • Unsalaried worker