Contractor
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɒnˌtɹæk.tə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Contractor is a noun meaning A person or company that builds or improves buildings or structures.
Meaning
A person or company that builds or improves buildings or structures.
More Meanings
- A person or company that performs specific tasks like electrical or plumbing work in construction projects.
- A person or company hired to maintain existing facilities like air conditioning systems, groundskeeping, etc.
- A person hired to do a job on a business contract, as opposed to a permanent employee.
Example Sentences
Two days later, walking beyond the usual limit of the conventional promenade, Carrados reached a rough wooden hut such as contractors erect during the progress of their work.
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.
Word Forms
- contractors
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include builder, architect, construction, engineer, dealership, worker.
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