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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

subcontractor

/ˈsʌb.kɒn.trɪktər/ noun · British & US
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What does subcontractor mean?

noun

A person or company that is hired by a contractor to perform a specific part of a project or contract.

Example

"The general contractor hired a subcontractor to handle the electrical work on the new building."

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

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