Phrase guide

shore leave

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

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

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Topics: government, military, nautical, politics, transport, war

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

leave granted to a sailor or naval officer

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: liberty

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: leave, leave of absence

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