LOA
3 synonyms for LOA, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Abbreviation — Leave of absence: an agreed period away from work or study during which a person keeps their job or place.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use LOA
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
on LOA
request an LOA
approved LOA
LOA of 12 metres
Chiefly used in HR, shipping and finance; spell it out on first mention in general writing.
Etymology
An initialism; the senses expand to "leave of absence", "length overall" and "letter of authority" respectively.
Full origin of LOA →Frequently asked questions
What does LOA mean at work?
In a workplace it almost always means leave of absence — an approved period away from your job, which may be paid or unpaid depending on the reason and the employer's policy. Your role is normally held open for your return.
What is the difference between LOA and PTO?
PTO, or paid time off, is the pool of holiday and personal days you accrue and can book at will. An LOA is a longer, specially approved absence for a defined reason such as illness, caring duties or study, and is often unpaid.
