Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pto

noun

ˈpiˌtiˌō

Definition

An abbreviation for ‘Paid Time Off’, which refers to a policy that allows employees to take time off from work while still receiving their regular salary.

Examples

I have 10 days of PTO left this year.
Many companies offer PTO to promote a healthy work-life balance.
She used her PTO for a family vacation last summer.

Meaning

PTO means that employees can take leave for various reasons such as vacation, personal time, or illness without the need to specify the nature of the absence.