leave of absence

noun

1. permission to be absent from duty, employment, service, etc.; leave.
2. the length of time granted in such permission:

   a two-year leave of absence.

leave of absence

noun

1. permission to be absent from work or duty
2. the period of absence

Word History and Origins

Origin of leave of absence¹

First recorded in 1765–75

Example Sentences

The health board was placed back under special measures, the highest level of supervision by the Welsh government two months after Ms Hill's leave of absence began.

From BBC

In September, she took a leave of absence, which is allowed in her union contract, to help campaign for Harris.

From Los Angeles Times

The Metropolitan Water District board extends the leave of absence of General Manager Adel Hagekhalil while an investigation of harassment allegations continues.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s the second time the board has voted to extend his leave of absence.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr Read had taken leave of absence from his day job to prepare for the inquiry.

From BBC

Related Words

• furlough
• sabbatical