Phrase guide

mat leave

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Clipped compound of maternity leave.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, informal, uncountable

Examples

  • Kelly is on mat leave til Thursday, then her husband starts paternity leave.
  • Anita and Jennie are going on their mat leaves next month.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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