Walkout: meaning, definitions and examples
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walkout
[ ˈwɔːkaʊt ]
strike
A walkout is a strike by workers in protest against their working conditions, wages, or other grievances. It involves employees leaving their workplace collectively and refusing to work until their demands are met.
Synonyms
protest, strike, work stoppage
Examples of usage
- The employees organized a walkout to demand fair wages and better working conditions.
- The walkout was successful in negotiating improved benefits for the workers.
sports
In sports, a walkout refers to a batter in baseball receiving four balls from the pitcher, allowing them to advance to first base without the need to hit the ball.
Synonyms
base on balls, free pass
Examples of usage
- The pitcher's wild throws resulted in multiple walkouts during the game.
- The batter's patience at the plate led to a walkout and loaded bases for the team.
political protest
A walkout can also refer to a political protest where participants walk out of a meeting, conference, or event to show their disagreement or disapproval.
Synonyms
boycott, demonstration, protest
Examples of usage
- The delegates staged a walkout during the summit to express their dissatisfaction with the decision.
- The walkout was a powerful statement against the unjust policies.
Translations
Translations of the word "walkout" in other languages:
🇵🇹 greve
🇮🇳 हड़ताल
🇩🇪 Streik
🇮🇩 mogok kerja
🇺🇦 страйк
🇵🇱 strajk
🇯🇵 ストライキ
🇫🇷 grève
🇪🇸 huelga
🇹🇷 grev
🇰🇷 파업
🇸🇦 إضراب
🇨🇿 stávka
🇸🇰 štrajk
🇨🇳 罢工
🇸🇮 stavka
🇮🇸 verkfall
🇰🇿 ереуіл
🇬🇪 გაფიცვა
🇦🇿 tətil
🇲🇽 huelga
Word origin
The term 'walkout' originated in the early 20th century, primarily in the context of labor strikes. The concept of employees collectively leaving their workplace as a form of protest or negotiation has been a common tactic used by workers' unions to advocate for their rights. Over time, the term expanded to other areas such as sports and political protests, encompassing the idea of walking out to make a statement. The history of walkouts is intertwined with the broader history of social movements and activism.
See also: walk, walker, walkers, walking, walkway, walkways.