freelance
Translation
to work freelance
Examples
She decided to freelance as a designer.
She decided to freelance as a designer.
He freelances for a number of magazines.
He freelances for a number of magazines.
Grammar Patterns
to work independently, not for a single employer She decided to freelance as a designer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: work independently, be self-employed
Etymology
From 'free' + 'lance'. It originally referred to a medieval mercenary knight who was not sworn to any particular lord.
Memory Tips
Picture a knight with a 'free lance', free to offer his fighting skills to any kingdom for a fee.