Hirelings refer to people who work for someone by receiving a payment in exchange, often without a strong commitment or loyalty to the employer. The term "hirelings" can be replaced by a variety of synonyms depending on the context, such as employees, workers, staff, laborers, hands, or hired help. Other synonyms can include freelancers, temp workers, contract employees, or contingent workers. The use of these synonyms can often depend on the specific nature of the work or the industry. Regardless of the term used, the idea of hiring someone for work remains a common practice in many fields and industries.