compensatory leave; retroactively apply for leave
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesverb
to take compensatory leave; to make up for missed days off
formalRefers specifically to an employee receiving days off at a later date because they worked during their scheduled leave. Common in workplace contexts.
I worked overtime during Spring Festival, so the company allowed me to take three days of compensatory leave next month.
If you work on a statutory holiday, you are entitled to compensatory leave according to regulations.
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The manager approved his compensatory leave request.
verb
to apply for leave retroactively; to complete leave procedures after the fact
formalRefers to the administrative act of formally applying for leave after one has already been absent, often due to an emergency or oversight.
He fell ill suddenly yesterday and only came to the company today to apply for leave retroactively.
If you forget to apply in advance, you'll need to apply for leave retroactively afterward.