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Clock Out: Meaning, Examples, and Usage
Meaning 1：leave work (Clock out)
Clock out
/klɑːk aʊt/
phrasal v.
To record the time you finish work, usually using a machine or computer system.
leave work
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/liːv wɜːrk/
phrasal v.
To mark the time when one finishes a work shift, typically by using a time clock or electronic system.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
'Clock' from Latin 'clocca' (bell); 'out' from Old English 'ūt' (outside).
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine a clock with a hand pointing 'out' the door, signaling it's time to go home.
📖 Example
My mom usually clocks out at 5:30 p.m. so she can pick me up from my art class.
My mom usually clocks out at 5:30 p.m. so she can pick me up from my art class.
🔗 Collocations
clock out for the day – record finishing work for the entire day
clock out of work – record leaving the workplace
clock out time – the scheduled end time of a shift
🔄 Synonyms
punch out (phrasal v.) – To record the time you finish work, similar to clock out
sign out (phrasal v.) – To record your departure from work or a system
finish work (verb phrase) – To end one's workday
🚫 Antonyms
clock in (phrasal v.) – To record the time you start work
punch in (phrasal v.) – To record the time you arrive at work
start work (verb phrase) – To begin one's workday
🌱 Derivatives
clock-out (noun) – the act of finishing a work shift
📖 Cultural Story
The term 'clock out' originated from factory workers literally punching a time card to record end of shift. Modern usage extends to ending any work-related activity.
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