FURLOUGHED Meaning and
Definition
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Furloughed is an adjective derived from the verb "furlough". The term is commonly used in employment contexts and refers to the temporary leave, typically without pay or reduced hours, granted to employees by their employers. When individuals are furloughed, they are essentially placed on a break or leave of absence from their regular work duties and responsibilities for a specific period, whether due to various factors such as economic slowdowns, financial constraints, organizational restructuring, or unforeseen circumstances.
During a furlough, employees may be required to cease working entirely or reduce their working hours, resulting in a proportionate reduction in their income. It is important to note that furloughed individuals typically retain their employment status and benefits such as insurance coverage or retirement plans, as they are still considered employees despite their temporary leave.
The purpose of furloughs is often to cope with the temporary decline in business activity or to avoid more permanent measures such as layoffs or terminations. By implementing furloughs, organizations aim to reduce costs while maintaining their workforce's connection to the company, enabling a smooth transition back to regular operations once the furlough period concludes or business conditions improve.
Overall, the term "furloughed" signifies a temporary leave of absence from work, usually without pay or with reduced hours, that organizations grant to their employees as a measure to manage economic downturns or other temporary disruptions.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for FURLOUGHED
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Etymology of FURLOUGHED
The word "furloughed" is derived from the Scottish term "furlow", which emerged in the 1630s. "Furlow" referred to granting a leave of absence or vacation to a military officer. It likely originated in the Dutch "verlof", meaning "leave". Over time, the term "furlough" extended beyond military contexts and started being used in civil employment as well. Its usage eventually evolved into the verb form "furloughed", referring to temporary leave granted to employees, usually due to economic downturns, government orders, or other challenging circumstances.
Similar spelling words for FURLOUGHED
Conjugate verb Furloughed
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