sick leave

noun

1. leave from duty, work, or the like, granted because of illness.

sick leave

noun

1. leave of absence from work through illness

Word History and Origins

Origin of sick leave¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

She told the court Mr MacDonald, a marine engineer, was on sick leave after suffering a back injury in spring 2022 when he visited osteopath Mr MacKenzie.

From BBC

The exercise has been riddled with problems – from pilot shortages that have led to massive flight cancellations, to Vistara crew going on mass sick leave over plans to align their salary structures with Air India.

From BBC

"They refused to propose any wage increases, vacation/sick leave accrual, progression, ratification bonus, or the 401k Match/SCRC Contribution. They also would not reinstate the defined benefit pension," the IAM said in a statement.

From BBC

This left “workers without protections such as paid sick leave and reimbursement of drivers’ expenses, as well as overtime and minimum wages,” Garcia-Brower said at the time.

From Los Angeles Times

On Tuesday it was revealed the Labour leader of Newcastle City Council, Nick Kemp, who is currently on sick leave, was the subject of a complaint made by director of investment and growth Michelle Percy.

From BBC