Neifion

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[edit] Neifion

Welsh form of Neptune (God of the seas)

Taking a sanctioned holiday (vacation) from work and then extending the period through immediate sick leave. The word originates from a Welsh name, first used in London banking institutions.

Example

He was due back from work on Tuesday following his break away, but called in sick, he did a neifion.

for verification of name origin see http://www.andythenamebender.com/name-meanings/Neifion.htm

for example of use see the foot of http://barmed.blogspot.com/2005/12/birthday-drink.html

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