Contractor

Definitions

1. A person or company that builds or improves buildings or structures.
2. A surname originating as an occupation.
3. A person or company that performs specific tasks like electrical or plumbing work in construction projects.
4. A person or company hired to maintain existing facilities like air conditioning systems, groundskeeping, etc.
5. A person hired to do a job on a business contract, as opposed to a permanent employee.

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Examples

“It looks like⟳ you're off to a three-hour staff meeting that doesn't apply⟳ to me. I'm glad I'm a highly-paid contractor. I'll be increasing my skills while you fight⟳ to get⟳ oxygen to your brains.”

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