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hiring
/ˈhaɪərɪŋ/
the process of recruiting and employing people
The company is currently hiring for several positions.
The company is actively recruiting and employing people for several roles.
Business
formal
the act of recruiting and employing people for jobs
The HR department is responsible for hiring new employees.
The HR department manages the process of recruiting and employing new staff.
Often used in business and HR contexts to describe the recruitment process.
Collocations
hiring processthe steps involved in recruiting and employing someonehiring managera person responsible for recruiting and selecting employeeshiring freezea temporary halt in recruiting new employees
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
'Hiring' is typically used in formal business contexts. In informal settings, you might hear 'recruiting' or 'employing'.
Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Use 'hiring' to describe the process of recruiting and employing people, not the act of firing or dismissing employees.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'hirien' (to hire), from Old English 'hȳran' (to hire).
Usage Notes
In business contexts, 'hiring' refers to the process of finding and employing new staff. It is often used in job postings and HR discussions.
Word Breakdown
hire
to employ someone
root-ing
the process of
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