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Formal Employment

/ˈfɔːr.məl ɪmˈplɔɪ.mənt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    Employment that is officially recognized and regulated by laws and regulations.

    "Many workers prefer formal employment due to the benefits and job security it provides."
  2. 2

    Jobs that offer legal protections, benefits, and a structured work environment.

    "Formal employment often includes health insurance and retirement plans."

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The term 'formal employment' combines 'formal', derived from the Latin 'formalis', meaning 'pertaining to form', and 'employment', from the Latin 'implicare', meaning 'to involve'. Historically, the term has evolved to distinguish structured, regulated job roles from informal or unregulated work.

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