walkout
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B2
/ˈwɔːkˌaʊt/
protest departure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'walkout' originates from the English words 'walk' and 'out', where 'walk' meant 'to move on foot' and 'out' meant 'outside or away'.
Historical Evolution
'walkout' evolved from the combination of 'walk' and 'out', used in the context of leaving a place as a form of protest.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to leave a place', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a protest or strike'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sudden strike or protest by workers or students, where they leave their place of work or study.
The employees staged a walkout to demand better working conditions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35