freelance
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Working independently for different companies or clients rather than being employed by one.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
self-employed
independent
Usage notes
"Freelance" can also be a verb, as in "she freelances for several magazines".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She left her office job to become a _____ photographer."
Answer: freelance
In your own words, what does "freelance" mean?
Working independently for different companies or clients rather than being employed by one.
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