Meaning of the word "maternity leave" in English

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maternity leave

US /məˈtɜːr.nə.t̬i liːv/
UK /məˈtɜːr.nə.t̬i liːv/
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Noun

1.

a period of absence from work granted to a mother before and after the birth of her child

Example:
She is currently on maternity leave and will return to work next month.
The company offers generous maternity leave benefits.
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