Word Noun
walkout
n.
countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈwɔˌkaʊt/ UK /wˈɔːkaʊt/ walk·out UK spelling walkouts
Definition
n.a situation where a group of people leave a place together, usually to show they are unhappy or to protest. It can also mean a short walk for exercise or fun.
n.the act of a group of people leaving a location simultaneously, typically as a form of protest or to express dissatisfaction. Also refers to a short, leisurely stroll for exercise or pleasure.
Examples
“The workers staged a walkout to protest their low pay.”
“The sudden walkout by the lead actors forced the production team to halt filming for several weeks while they attempted to resolve the contract dispute.”
Real-world usage
“A separate 24-hour walkout will take place on Monday 29 June.”
Etymology
A deverbal from walk out.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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