Employee

Definition

Employee is a noun that refers to a person hired by an employer to perform specific duties or tasks in exchange for compensation, typically in the form of a salary or wages. An employee works under the direction and control of the employer.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪmˈplɔɪi/
• Respelling: im-PLOY-ee

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪmˈplɔɪiː/
• Respelling: im-PLOY-ee

Etymology

The word "employee" originates from the French "employé," which is the past participle of "employer," meaning "to employ." It entered the English language in the early 19th century, retaining its meaning as one who is hired to work for an employer.

Derivatives

• Employment (noun)
• Employ (verb)
• Employable (adjective)
• Employer (noun)
• Unemployment (noun)

Synonyms

• Worker
• Staff member
• Associate

Antonyms

• Employer
• Manager
• Contractor

Usage

The term "employee" is used to describe individuals working under an organization, as in "The company hired a new employee for the marketing department." It is often used to distinguish between different roles in workplace hierarchies.

Related Terms

• Employment: The condition of having a paid job.
• Employer: An individual or organization that hires employees.
• Occupation: A job or profession.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A person who works for another in return for financial compensation: Describes an individual who is hired and works under the guidance or supervision of an employer.
  • Example: "Each employee receives benefits as part of their compensation package."
• An individual performing duties as part of an organization or business: Refers to someone whose tasks contribute to the goals of a larger company or institution.
  • Example: "The employee assists in customer service operations."