shore leave

noun

Meaning

Free time given to sailors of the military navy when they are off duty and allowed to disembark and spend time on land.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

liberty(English)annual leave(English)leave of absence(English)leavetime(English)study leave(English)leave(English)long service leave(English)garden leave(English)

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