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Term: Part-time

Definition:

Part-time refers to an employment arrangement in which an individual works for a shorter period of time than a standard full-time employee. It commonly involves working less than 40 hours per week.

Senses and Usages:

1. Adjective

a. Describing an employment position:

Sample Sentence: She decided to take on a part-time job to earn some extra income while studying.

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2. Adverb

a. Describing the manner of working:

Sample Sentence: He chose to work part-time in order to have more flexibility in his schedule.

3. Noun

a. Referring to a person who works fewer hours:

Sample Sentence: The company hired three part-timers to assist during the holiday season.

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b. Referring to a position offering reduced hours:

Sample Sentence: They advertised a part-time position for the morning shift.

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4. Verb

a. Describing the act of working for a limited amount of time:

Sample Sentence: She decided to part-time at a local cafe for two days a week.

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