self-employed

adjective

Meaning

Working for oneself as a freelancer or the owner of a business rather than for an employer.

Examples

Many self-employed professionals enjoy the flexibility of setting their own daily schedules.
The government offers specific tax deductions for individuals who are self-employed.

Synonyms: freelance, independent, entrepreneurial, solopreneur

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self-employed

adjective

Pronunciation: ˌsɛlf.ɪmˈplɔɪd

Definition

Working for oneself as a freelancer or the owner of a business rather than for an employer.

Examples

Many self-employed professionals enjoy the flexibility of setting their own daily schedules.
The government offers specific tax deductions for individuals who are self-employed.
After years of corporate life, he decided to become self-employed and start a consultancy firm.

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