sabbatical

See also: Sabbatical

English

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Etymology

From Latin sabbaticus +‎ -al.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /səˈbætɪkəl/
  • (US) IPA(key): [səˈbæɾɪk(ə)ɫ]
  • Audio (Southern England):(file)

Adjective

sabbatical (not comparable)

  1. Relating to the Sabbath.
  2. Relating to a sabbatical.

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Noun

sabbatical (plural sabbaticals)

  1. An extended period of leave from a person's usual pursuits.
    • 2025 July 1, Kimanzi Constable, “What is a micro-retirement? Inside the latest Gen Z trend”, in Fast Company‎[1]:
      Gen Z is using micro-retirement to avoid burnout, find greater fulfillment in their work, and enhance their overall well-being. However, it’s not just Gen-Z: According to a survey from Side Hustles, 10% of workers are considering taking a micro-retirement and 75% thought employers should offer micro-retirement policies such as unpaid sabbaticals. […] Your employer may offer flexibility or the option to take a sabbatical.
  2. A sabbatical year (ancient religious observance).

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