Employ Definition
employ
- noun
- the state of being employed or having a job; "they are looking for employment"; "he was in the employ of the city"
- verb
- put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose; "use your head!"; "we only use Spanish at home"; "I can't use this tool"; "Apply a magnetic field here"; "This thinking was applied to many projects"; "How do you utilize this tool?"; "I apply this rule to get good results"; "use the plastic bags to store the food"; "He doesn't know how to use a computer"
- engage or hire for work; "They hired two new secretaries in the department"; "How many people has she employed?"
"Employ" in song lyrics
See how employ is used in real songs:
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"It's talent in the ghetto that we'll have to employ"
Aceyalone f/ Abstract Rude — B-Boy Real Mc Coy -
"What actions to pursue, what habits to employ"
Alexipharmic — Fox News -
"You see the military convoys we employ"
The Cross Movement — Love Does
Words that rhyme with employ
Usage tips for "employ"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "employ" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for employ to find words that pair well.