verb
1.
Synonyms: use 2, apply, bestow, exercise, exploit, handle, utilize
Related Word: avail, exert, practice, work; devote, engross, monopolize
2.
to provide with a job that pays wages
employed a new draftsman
Synonyms: engage, hire, put on, take on
Related Word: add, contract (for), obtain, procure, retain, secure, sign (on or up)