What does hireling mean?
A person who is employed to do a particular job, especially one that is considered to be unskilled or unpleasant. A person who is hired to fight or work for someone, especially in a war.
Example
"The company hired a team of temporary workers, known as hirelings, to help with the busy season."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.