Administrative Leave
/ˌædmɪnɪˈstreɪtɪv liːv/
Definitions
- (n.) Temporary leave from work granted to an employee, typically with pay, often pending investigation or administrative action.
The employee was placed on administrative leave during the internal investigation.
Forms
- administrative leave
Related terms
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Commentary
Administrative leave is commonly used to separate an employee temporarily without prejudice while a workplace issue is addressed.
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