trade union

noun

trade unionism noun
trade unionist noun

Examples of trade union in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In 2020, construction trade union leaders complained to the Lamont administration about Diamantis’ practices in a long memo. Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 18 May 2024 Nonetheless, critics from trade unions are concerned that these measures are too flexible and do not go far enough. Mariana Mazzucato, Foreign Affairs, 6 May 2024 The group estimated that since 2018, the number of independent trade unions has dwindled from 1,500 to 150. Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019 Micron has committed, voluntarily, to the framework — to collaborating with contractors, trade unions and others to increase the participation of women and economically disadvantaged people in construction. Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for trade union 

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Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of trade union was in 1828

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“Trade union.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trade%20union. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.

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trade union

noun
trade unionist noun

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trade union

noun

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