Definitions:

1. In historical or military contexts, refers to the looting or plundering of a city, usually by invading forces. NOUN
   • The sacking of the city left it in ruins.
2. Refers to a coarse, rought fabric, typically made from jute, hemp, or flax, used to make sacks or bags for carrying goods like grain or potatoes. NOUN
   • The flour was packed in heavy sacking.
3. The act of dismissing someone from their job, especially used in British English. NOUN
   • The manager's poor decisions led to his sacking.

Synonyms:

• burlap
• dismissal
• firing
• hessian
• layoff
• looting
• pilaging
• plundering
• raiding
• sackcloth
• termination