sacking

[sak-ing]

noun

1. stout, coarse woven material of hemp, jute, or the like, chiefly for sacks. sack.

sacking

/ ˈsækɪŋ /

noun

1. coarse cloth used for making sacks, woven from flax, hemp, jute, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of sacking¹

First recorded in 1580–90; sack ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Such a body might allow for openness, transparency and speedy action, including sackings where appropriate.

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He has never directly responded to the corruption accusations against him and has not commented on his sacking.

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The Chargers’ defense got to Rodgers as well, putting the first points on the scoreboard for the home team by sacking the future Hall of Famer in the end zone.

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The positive picture is notwithstanding a headline-grabbing report of a surge in layoff notices, which don’t necessarily translate into sackings.

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It is unlikely that the sackings are directly related to the recent delay, but the loss of experienced staff could have an impact on the game's development.

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