freelancer

UK
/ˈfriːˌlɑːnsə/
US
/ˈfriːˌlænsər/

Translations

freelancernoun
freelancers
pl
UK
/ˈfriːˌlɑːnsə/
US
/ˈfriːˌlænsər/
She works as a freelancer for various companies.
Она работает фрилансером для различных компаний.
Additional translations
внештатный сотрудник
свободный работник
Synonyms
independent contractor
self-employed person
freelance worker
gig worker
freelanceradjective
UK
/ˈfriːˌlɑːnsə/
US
/ˈfriˌlænsər/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "freelancer platform").

Definitions

freelancernoun
A person who works independently, selling work or services by the hour, day, job, etc., rather than working on a regular salary basis for one employer.
As a freelancer, she enjoys the flexibility of choosing her own projects and working hours.
Historically, a mercenary soldier, especially a mounted knight, who offered his services to any lord willing to hire him.
During the Wars of the Roses, several bands of freelancers sold their swords to whichever side could pay.
freelanceradjective
Relating to, intended for, or characteristic of freelancers.
The startup created a freelancer marketplace that connects independent workers with clients worldwide.