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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

furlough

/fɜːrˈloʊ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does furlough mean?

noun, verb

A period of leave from work, especially one granted to an employee as a benefit. To grant or give someone a period of leave from work.

Example

"The company offered its employees a furlough to help them cope with the economic downturn."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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