contractor
/ˈkɒnˌtɹæk.tə(ɹ)/
KⱰNTɹÆK · tə(ɹ) (2 syllables)
English
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Definition
A person or company that builds or improves buildings or structures.
Etymology
Borrowed from Late Latin contractor, from Latin contract-, stem of contractus + -tor. First attested in the 16th century.
Example Sentences
- "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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