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Definition hire in British English

hire noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈhaɪə(r)/
1

the payment of money in order to use something, especially for a short time. The usual American word is rental

Example

It's cheaper to pay for your car hire before you go.

Example

We paid £50 for the hire of the hall.

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1.1

used for describing a vehicle that has been hired or a company from which you can hire a vehicle or equipment. The usual American word is rental

Example

a hire car/van

Example

a tool hire company

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Definition hire in British English