1. working independently for different companies rather than being permanently employed by one

1. to work as a freelancer; to work independently for various clients

1. a person who works independently for different companies rather than being permanently employed

Examples

• She works as a freelance graphic designer.
• Many journalists choose to freelance rather than work for one newspaper.
• The company hired several freelance writers for the project.
• He decided to freelance after being laid off from his corporate job.
• As a freelance, she enjoys the flexibility of choosing her own clients.
• The freelance market has grown significantly in recent years.
• They prefer to freelance because it allows them to work from home.