Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medical-leave
Noun
/ˈmɛdɪkəl liːv/
Definition
A period of time when an employee is allowed to be away from work due to health-related issues.
Examples
- After the surgery, she took a six-week medical leave to recover properly.
- His doctor advised him to go on medical leave for mental health reasons.
Meaning
Medical leave is often granted to individuals who are unable to perform their job duties because of an illness, injury, or medical condition. This leave can allow employees to recover without the stress of work responsibilities.
Synonyms
- sick leave
- health leave
- absentee leave
