Meaning & use
contractor
A person or company hired to carry out work, especially building or construction, under a formal agreement.
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We hired a contractor to renovate the kitchen and add a new bathroom.
The government awarded the road-building project to a large construction contractor.
A note on using this word
An "independent contractor" is a broader term for anyone hired for specific work outside regular employment.
Words with a similar meaning
builder
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