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Definition earn in British English

earn verb

verb
/ɜː(r)n/
1

to receive money for work that you do

Example

She doesn't earn much money, but she enjoys the work.

Example

Most people here earn about £30,000 a year.

Example

His illness has affected his ability to earn.

Synonyms and related words
monetize earn recover
1.1

to make a profit from business or from money that you have in the bank

Example

The company earned profits of £14.9 million in the last year.

Example

Interest earned in this country is subject to tax.

Synonyms and related words
monetize earn recover
2

to get something as a result of your efforts or your behaviour

Example

His goals have earned him a place in the club's first team.

Example

We had a fantastic lunch, but we felt we had earned it.

Example

You have to earn your employees' respect.

Synonyms and related words
get come by accept
Definition earn in British English