freelance
Translation
to freelance, to work freelance
Examples
She decided to freelance as a graphic designer.
She decided to freelance as a graphic designer.
He is a freelance writer for several magazines.
He is a freelance writer for several magazines.
She works freelance from home.
She works freelance from home.
Grammar Patterns
to freelance ((as sth.)) to work independently (as sth.) She decided to freelance as a graphic designer.
((a/an)) freelance ((noun)) an independent (noun) He is a freelance writer.
to work freelance to work independently She works freelance from home.
Similar Words
Synonyms: work independently, be self-employed; Antonyms: be employed
Etymology
Etymology: "free" + "lance". Originally a medieval mercenary knight (a "free lance") not sworn to any particular lord.
Memory Tips
Imagine a knight with a "lance" who is "free" to fight for anyone who pays.