Pink-slip — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun phrase verb

Meaning & Definition of Pink-slip

Pink-slip (noun)

  1. a notice from an employer that a recipient's employment is being terminated

Pink-slip (phrase)

  1. to lose one's job because there is not enough work, to be laid off
  2. to stop employing (someone) because there is not enough work, lay off —usually used as be given the pink slip

Pink-slip (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to let go from office, service, or employment

    "the company pink-slipped 300 workers in an effort to avoid bankruptcy"

    similar: ax, bounce, can, cashier, discharge, dismiss, fire, muster out, release, remove, retire, sack, terminate, turn off, send packing, show (someone) the door
    related: downsize, excess, furlough, lay off, trim, boot (out), chuck (out), drum (out), kick out, throw out, unseat, separate
    opposite: employ, engage, hire, retain, sign (up or on), take on
    near: keep, reemploy, rehire, contract, subcontract, recruit

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pink-slip

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pink-slip:

ax, bounce, can, cashier, discharge, dismiss, fire, muster out, release, remove, retire, sack, terminate, turn off, send packing, show (someone) the door

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Pink-slip

Words with the opposite meaning of Pink-slip:

employ, engage, hire, retain, sign (up or on), take on

Related Words for Pink-slip

downsize, excess, furlough, lay off, trim, boot (out), chuck (out), drum (out), kick out, throw out, unseat, separate

Near Antonyms of Pink-slip

keep, reemploy, rehire, contract, subcontract, recruit

Word Forms of Pink-slip

Derived words: pink-slip (transitive verb)

Origin & Etymology of Pink-slip

First known use: 1904

Frequently Asked Questions about Pink-slip

What does "Pink-slip" mean?

"Pink-slip" means a notice from an employer that a recipient's employment is being terminated. As an a noun, a phrase and a verb, it is defined as: a notice from an employer that a recipient's employment is being terminated.

What is another word for "Pink-slip"?

Other words for "Pink-slip" include ax, bounce, can, cashier, discharge, dismiss, fire and muster out. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pink-slip" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pink-slip"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pink-slip". Common alternatives include ax, bounce, can, cashier, discharge, dismiss, fire, muster out, release and remove.

What is the opposite of "Pink-slip"?

Antonyms of "Pink-slip" include employ, engage, hire, retain, sign (up or on) and take on. Near antonyms include keep, reemploy, rehire and contract.

How do you use "Pink-slip" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pink-slip" in a sentence: "the company pink-slipped 300 workers in an effort to avoid bankruptcy".

Is "Pink-slip" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pink-slip" can be used as a noun, a phrase and a verb, depending on the context.

What is the origin of the word "Pink-slip"?

First known use: 1904.

What is another word for "Pink-slip" meaning "to let go from office, service, or employment"?

When "Pink-slip" (verb) means to let go from office, service, or employment, synonyms include ax, bounce, can, cashier, discharge and dismiss. Opposites in this sense include employ, engage, hire and retain.