What does lockout mean?
A lockout is a situation in which a group of workers are prevented from working by their employer, often as a form of industrial action. To lock out means to exclude someone from a place or system, often by using a lock or other barrier.
Example
"The factory was shut down due to a lockout by the union, resulting in a loss of production and revenue."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.