Compensatory Time
/ˌkɒmpənˈseɪtəri taɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) Time off granted to an employee instead of monetary overtime compensation.
The employee accrued compensatory time for working extra hours beyond her regular schedule.
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Compensatory time is often negotiated in public sector employment where overtime pay is replaced by equivalent time off, requiring clear policy language to avoid disputes.
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