Outsource
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈaʊtˌsoɹs/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Outsource is a verb meaning (chiefly US, business, management, transitive) To transfer the management or day-to-day execution of a business function to a third-party service provider.
Meaning
(chiefly US, business, management, transitive) To transfer the management or day-to-day execution of a business function to a third-party service provider.
Example Sentences
They decided to outsource the design and manufacture of the system to a vendor.
Read said maintenance would be outsourced, with "positive discussions" held with two companies.
Word Forms
- outsources
- outsourcing
- outsourced
Synonyms for outsource
Depending on context, synonyms include subcontract.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include outsourcing, subcontract, export, disburse, deputize, delegate.
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