Definition of furlough

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  • furlough is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • furlough is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of furlough

  • dismiss, usually for economic reasons (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. lay off
  • a temporary leave of absence from military duty (noun)
  • grant a leave to (verb)

    Examples

    1. The prisoner was furloughed for the weekend to visit her children

See definition of furlough in Merriam Webster