furlough
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for furlough, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An authorized leave of absence, especially for military personnel or employees.
Synonyms
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How to use furlough
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Dutch verlof ("furlough, permission"), related to German Verlaub — ultimately the same root family as the English word "leave."
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What does “furlough” mean?
The word “furlough” means an authorized leave of absence, especially for military personnel or employees. In plain terms, a temporary, often unpaid, leave from work or duty, or the act of putting someone on that leave.
How do you pronounce “furlough”?
“Furlough” is pronounced FUR-loh (/ˈfɝ.loʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “furlough” in a sentence?
Here is “furlough” used in a sentence: “The soldier used his furlough to visit his family before deployment.”
What part of speech is “furlough”?
Depending on how it is used, “furlough” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “furlough” come from?
The word “furlough” comes from German. From Dutch verlof ("furlough, permission"), related to German Verlaub — ultimately the same root family as the English word "leave.".
How many meanings does “furlough” have?
“Furlough” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an authorized leave of absence, especially for military personnel or employees.