Busy or occupied with a task, work or activity
“You now have enough work to keep you fully employed for the next several weeks.”
Currently employed and working in a job
“Her husband is currently employed on a part-time basis, having recently returned from a two-year job overseas working for an oil company.”
Actively engaged in employment
Deeply engrossed or fascinated by, or with, something
To have utilized or employed a tangible object
“Now that you have everything ready, here is how to employ a juicer to make this lovely energetic drink.”
To have appointed a person to a position
Past tense for to hire (somebody) for work or a job
“At its peak, the company would employ upwards of a thousand staff members.”
Past tense for to keep occupied
“The kids are employed in their games at the moment.”
Past tense for to sign (someone) up for a job or task
(a decision, plan, or agreement) Past tense for to execute or carry out
Past tense for to use, empty or drain completely
Past tense for to issue, establish or apply as a charge, fine or penalty
(of a client) Past tense for to employ or authorize (a solicitor or barrister) to act on one's behalf
Past tense for to pledge, give or set aside (resources) to another or for future use
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