lockout
Translation
lockout, lock-out
Examples
The company announced a lockout of its workers.
The company announced a lockout of its workers.
The sports league is facing a potential lockout.
The sports league is facing a potential lockout.
Grammar Patterns
a lockout of ((sb.)) a work stoppage initiated by management against employees The company announced a lockout of its workers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shutdown, closure; Antonyms: negotiation, work-in
Etymology
From 'lock' + 'out', literally the act of locking workers out of the workplace.
Memory Tips
Imagine a large 'lock' on the factory door, keeping all the workers 'out'.