The leave
Example: Leave allows employees to take time off from work
Definition
"Leave" in an HR context refers to the authorized period of time that employees are allowed to be away from their work duties, often for reasons such as vacation, illness, or personal matters. Leave ensures employees can rest, recover, or manage personal obligations without losing their job security.
Etymology
The word "leave" originates from Old English "lēaf," meaning permission or allowance. Over time, it evolved to signify the act of departing or being permitted to be absent, which perfectly fits its modern HR usage where employees are granted permission to be away from work.
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"The leave" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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