Hireling

Hireling - (Easton's Bible Dictionary)

A labourer employed on hire for a limited time (Job 7:1; 14:6; Mark 1:20). His wages were paid as soon as his work was over (Lev. 19:13). In the time of our Lord a day's wage was a "penny" (q.v.) i.e., a Roman denarius (Matt. 20:1-14).

Hireling - (Webster's 1828 Dictionary)

HI'RELING, n. One who is hired, or who serves for wages.

1. A mercenary; a prostitute.

HI'RELING, a. Serving for wages; venal; mercenary; employed for money or other compensation.

A tedious crew

Of hireling mourners.