lockout
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Noun — A situation in which an employer bars workers from a workplace, usually during a labor dispute.
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Etymology
A noun formed from the phrasal verb "lock out".
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What does “lockout” mean?
The word “lockout” means a situation in which an employer bars workers from a workplace, usually during a labor dispute. In plain terms, either an employer-imposed work stoppage, or being shut out of a place or system, often as a security measure.
How do you use “lockout” in a sentence?
Here is “lockout” used in a sentence: “The players faced a lockout after contract negotiations broke down.”
What part of speech is “lockout”?
“Lockout” is a noun.
How many meanings does “lockout” have?
“Lockout” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a situation in which an employer bars workers from a workplace, usually during a labor dispute.