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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

subcontracting

/ˌsʌb.kɒnˈtræktɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does subcontracting mean?

noun

The act of contracting with a third party to perform a specific task or project, often by a company or organization.

Example

"The construction company subcontracted the electrical work to a specialized firm."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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