Employer

Definition

Employer is a noun that refers to a person, company, or organization that hires people to perform services or work, usually in exchange for compensation. An employer provides work opportunities and sets the terms of employment.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪmˈplɔɪər/
• Respelling: im-PLOY-er

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪmˈplɔɪə/
• Respelling: im-PLOY-uh

Etymology

The word "employer" is derived from the verb "employ," which comes from the Old French "emploier," meaning "to use, apply, or make use of." The term has roots in the Latin "implicare," meaning "to engage or involve." The suffix "-er" denotes someone who performs an action, making an employer someone who engages or hires others for work.

Derivatives

• Employment (noun)
• Employee (noun)
• Employ (verb)
• Employable (adjective)
• Reemployment (noun)

Synonyms

• Boss
• Manager
• Owner

Antonyms

• Employee
• Worker
• Job seeker

Usage

The noun "employer" is commonly used to refer to a person or entity that hires individuals to work, as in "The employer is responsible for setting employee policies." It is a key term in discussions of labor, human resources, and workplace regulations.

Related Terms

• Employment: The condition of having paid work or a job.
• Human resources: The department responsible for hiring and managing employees.
• Labor: The workforce or the effort provided by workers.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A person or organization that hires people to work: Refers to an individual or business that provides paid employment.
  • Example: "The factory is a major employer in the town, providing jobs for hundreds."
• An entity that sets terms of employment and manages workers: Describes the role of the employer in defining work conditions, responsibilities, and compensation.
  • Example: "As an employer, the company offers benefits and training to all employees."