Meaning of the word "on strike" in English

What does "on strike" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

on strike

US /ɑːn straɪk/
UK /ɒn straɪk/
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Idiom

refusing to work as a form of organized protest, typically over pay or working conditions

Example:
The factory workers have been on strike for three weeks.
Teachers decided to go on strike to demand better pay.