This is the 14394th most frequent Russian word.
отпускные
Vacation pay.
Here, 'отпускные' is used to describe the funds or pay given specifically to cover the vacation period's salary.
Отпускные обычно выплачиваются за несколько дней до начала отпуска.
Vacation pay is usually issued a few days before vacation begins.
In this context, 'отпускные' refers to the monetary compensation provided by the employer for the vacation period.
Я получил отпускные перед началом отпуска.
I received vacation pay before starting my vacation.
In this sentence, 'отпускные' emphasizes the obligation to process and provide the vacation-related payments prior to the taking of leave.