furlough

1. N-VAR If workers are given furlough, they are told to stay away from work for a certain period because there is not enough for them to do. (因无足够工作可做而) 停职 (某段时间)[美国英语]

This could mean a massive furlough of government workers. 这会意味着政府工作人员的一次大规模停职。

2. V-T If people who work for a particular organization are furloughed, they are given a furlough. 使停职[美国英语]

We regret to inform you that you are being furloughed indefinitely. 我们遗憾地通知你：你被无限期地停职了。