furlough

• Substantivo que designa uma suspensão temporária do trabalho ou licença forçada, frequentemente por motivos econômicos ou falta de trabalho, com a expectativa de retorno ao cargo.

A noun referring to a temporary leave of absence from employment, often due to economic reasons or lack of work, with the expectation of returning to the job.

1. Temporary leave from workB2formal

   A temporary leave of absence from employment, often due to economic reasons or lack of work.

   Licença temporária

   • The company placed 200 employees on furlough during the recession.
   • He was on furlough for three months before being recalled.
   • Furloughs are often used to reduce costs without laying off staff.

   Sinônimoslayoffleaveleave of absencetime off

   Antônimosemploymentjobwork

2. Military leaveB2formal

   A leave of absence granted to a soldier or military personnel.

   Licença militar

   • The soldier returned home on furlough for the holidays.
   • He was granted a two-week furlough after his deployment.
   • Military personnel often look forward to their furlough periods.

   Sinônimosleavelibertypassshore leave

   Antônimosdeploymentdutymobilizationservice

• Verbo que significa conceder licença ou dispensa temporária do trabalho, especialmente a militares ou funcionários, muitas vezes por falta de trabalho ou restrições orçamentárias.

A verb meaning to grant a leave of absence, especially to military personnel or employees, often temporarily due to lack of work or budget constraints.

1. Temporary leave from workB2formal

   To grant someone a temporary leave of absence from employment, often due to budget cuts or lack of work.

   Licença temporária sem remuneração

   • The company furloughed 200 employees during the economic downturn.
   • Many workers were furloughed without pay for three months.
   • The government furloughed non-essential staff during the shutdown.

   Sinônimoslay offstand-downsuspend

2. Military leaveB2formal

   To grant a soldier or military personnel a temporary leave from duty.

   Licença militar

   • The soldiers were furloughed for two weeks after the deployment.
   • He was furloughed to visit his family during the holidays.
   • The commanding officer furloughed the troops for rest and recuperation.