A demissão
Example: A demissão inesperada do gerente surpreendeu toda a equipe.
Definition
"A demissão" refers to the act of formally terminating someone's employment or dismissing them from a job position. It often involves an official decision by an employer to end the work relationship, as in 'The unexpected dismissal of the manager surprised the entire team.'
Etymology
The word "a demissão" comes from the Portuguese verb 'demitir,' which means to dismiss or resign. It traces back to the Latin 'demittere,' combining 'de-' meaning 'down' or 'away' and 'mittere' meaning 'to send.' Did you know? The term originally implied sending someone away or letting them go.
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