LOA
LOA (abbreviation) means Leave of absence: an agreed period away from work or study during which a person keeps their job or place. Example: “She is on LOA until the end of the semester.”
How to Use LOA
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn agreed stretch of time away from work or study.
Chiefly used in HR, shipping and finance; spell it out on first mention in general writing.
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She is on _____ until the end of the semester.
Etymology
An initialism; the senses expand to "leave of absence", "length overall" and "letter of authority" respectively.
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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.