Hireling(noun)
A person who works only for payment, especially one hired to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks.
Hindi meaning:भाड़े पर काम करने वाला व्यक्ति
Synonyms: Mercenary, Lackey, Minion, Employee
Antonyms: Volunteer, Employer, Master, Principal
Example: The corrupt official employed a hireling to intimidate his opponents.
Trick to remember: Hire + ling means a person hired to do someone else’s work.
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