ad lib vs freelance

ad lib

verb
  • To perform extemporaneously. 

  • To perform without preparation. 

  • To perform without script. 

adj
  • Extemporaneous, impromptu. 

adv
  • Extemporaneously. 

  • At will. 

  • To whatever extent. 

  • At pleasure. 

freelance

verb
  • To work as a freelance. 

  • To produce or sell services as a freelance. 

noun
  • A medieval mercenary. 

  • Someone who sells their services to clients without a long-term employment contract. 

adj
  • Of, or relating to a freelance; without employment contract. 

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