Meaning of the word walkout in English

What does walkout mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

walkout

US /ˈwɑːk.aʊt/
UK /ˈwɔːk.aʊt/

Noun

a sudden angry departure, especially as a protest or strike

Example:
The workers staged a walkout over pay disputes.
There was a student walkout in protest of the new policy.