1 C1 formal
To formally agree to take part in a scheme or system, especially by signing a legal or employment contract.
"Employees were given the option to contract in to the new enhanced pension scheme."
inseparable
contract in
C1 formal inseparable intransitive
To formally agree to participate in a scheme, arrangement, or pension plan, typically by signing a contract.
In plain English
To formally choose to join a plan or scheme, often by signing a document.
What does "contract in" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
Primarily used in British English in legal, employment, and pension contexts. The opposite is 'contract out'. Less common in everyday speech; more typical in formal agreements and HR contexts.
Words that pair with "contract in"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
pension scheme arrangement agreement plan system
How to conjugate "contract in"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
contract in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
contracts in
he/she/it
Past simple
contracted in
yesterday
Past participle
contracted in
have + pp
-ing form
contracting in
continuous
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