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layoff Definition and Meaning in English (layoff definition)

noun
Synonyms:redundancydismissaltermination
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Layoff definition: A layoff is the temporary or permanent termination of employment of an employee or a group of employees, often due to economic conditions or restructuring within a company.

Definitions of Layoff

  1. 1noun

    A layoff is the temporary or permanent termination of employment of an employee or a group of employees, often due to economic conditions or restructuring within a company.

Example Sentences

“The company announced a major layoff due to declining sales.”

“Many workers faced a layoff during the economic recession.”

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infinitivelay off
past tenselaid off
present participlelaying off
plurallayoffs

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Layoff definition: A layoff is the temporary or permanent termination of employment of an employee or a group of employees, often due to economic conditions or restructuring within a company.
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'Layoff' translates to 'layoff' in English. Layoff definition: A layoff is the temporary or permanent termination of employment of an employee or a group of employees, often due to economic conditions or restructuring within a company.
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