Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sickout

noun

/ˈsɪk.aʊt/

Definition

A sickout is a form of protest in which a group of employees collectively calls in sick to disrupt operations and draw attention to their grievances.

Examples

During the negotiations, the workers staged a sickout, forcing management to address their concerns.
The school experienced a sickout when teachers called in sick to protest against pay cuts.

Meaning

It typically occurs in a workplace setting where workers may use this method to express dissatisfaction with working conditions, pay, or other issues without engaging in a formal strike.