Meaning of the word sabbatical in English
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sabbatical
US /səˈbæt̬.ɪ.kəl/
UK /səˈbæt̬.ɪ.kəl/
Noun
1.
a period of paid leave granted to a university teacher or other professional for study or travel, traditionally one year for every seven years of service
Example:
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She took a year-long sabbatical to write her book.
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Many professors look forward to their next sabbatical.
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