furlough

(fûrˈlō)

1. a. A leave of absence or vacation, especially one granted to a member of the armed forces.
   b. A usually temporary layoff from work.
   c. A leave of absence from prison granted to a prisoner.
2. The papers or documents authorizing a leave: The soldiers had their furloughs in their breast pockets.

1. To grant a leave to.
2. To lay off (workers).