Meaning of the word "Independent contractor" in English

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Independent contractor

US /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt kənˈtræktər/
UK /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt kənˈtræktər/

Noun

a person or entity contracted to perform work for another entity as a non-employee

Example:
As an independent contractor, she sets her own hours and chooses her projects.
The company hired an independent contractor to design their new website.