employment

/ɪmˈplɔɪmənt/
noun
  1. The state of having a paid job or being hired to work.
    • She found employment at a local hospital after graduating.
    • The government aims to increase employment in rural areas.
    • He has been seeking full-time employment for several months.
  2. The act of using something for a purpose.
    • The employment of new technology improved production speed.
    • The employment of force was necessary to control the fire.
    • Proper employment of safety equipment prevents accidents.
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