jobless
pronunciation
How to pronounce jobless in British English:
UK [ˈdʒɒbləs]
How to pronounce jobless in American English:
US [ˈdʒɑbləs]
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- Adjective:
- not having a job
Word Origin
- jobless
- 1905 (adj.), 1909 (n.), from job (n.) + -less. Related: Joblessness.
Example
- 1. The improving jobless rate reflects growth in the economy .
- 2. Jobless bankers may be more inclined to sell property , possibly triggering bigger price declines .
- 3. In 2009 , about 3 million of the average 14.5 million or so jobless people didn 't qualify for benefits .
- 4. The jobless claims news is highly encouraging .
- 5. Not all jobless figures look better this time .