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freelancer

noun

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Meaning

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A person who works for themselves, offering services to clients on a project-by-project basis, rather than being a permanent employee of one company.

Example Sentence

After graduating, she decided to become a freelancer, taking on various graphic design projects for different companies.

Usage Note

Use "freelancer" to describe someone who works independently, often for multiple clients, without a long-term commitment to a single employer. It's common in creative fields like writing, design, and programming, as well as consulting.