job
/dʒɒb/A paid position of regular employment, typically requiring a person to work for an employer in exchange for wages or salary.
He applied for a job at a tech company.
She quit her job to start her own business.
The term can also refer to a specific task or piece of work that needs to be completed.
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Usage
In formal contexts, 'job' refers to employment, while in informal contexts, it can refer to any task.
⚡Gold Rule
Subject-Verb Agreement
The verb following 'job' should agree with the subject, e.g., 'The job is challenging' (singular), 'Jobs are available' (plural).
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'jobbe' (piece of work), possibly from Middle Dutch 'jobbe' (piece of work) or French 'job' (piece of work).
📝Usage Notes
In informal contexts, 'job' can also refer to a specific task or chore, e.g., 'I need to do a quick job on the car.'