employs
Pronunciation: [ɪmˈplɔɪz]
Word
Context: “work”
(verb) to give someone a job and pay them for their work. When a company employs someone, it means they hire that person to do a specific job.
Example
The company employs over 200 workers to help build new homes.
Example
Last year, the factory didn’t employ any new workers because of budget cuts.
Example
How many people does your dad employ at his store?
Context: “use”
(verb) to use something for a specific purpose. When someone employs a tool or method, they use it to achieve something.
Example
The teacher employs various fun activities to help students learn better.
Example
He didn’t employ any special techniques in his project, so it was quite basic.
Example
What strategies do you employ to study effectively?
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