labor relations

American  

plural noun

1. the relations between management and labor, especially with respect to the maintenance of agreements, collective bargaining, etc..

   The firm had excellent labor relations and therefore few work stoppages.

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Etymology

Origin of labor relations

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Besides Covid-19’s shock to the travel market, the airline was facing contentious labor relations, frustrated investors and operational stumbles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

This kicked off an investigation by a labor relations commission that ended in a settlement this past August, when IBM agreed that it would reveal to the union the 40 different data categories involved.

From Slate • Oct. 13, 2024

In response, Missy Matella, associate vice president for systemwide employee and labor relations, said that by providing “generous wage increases,” UC gives employees agency over their money.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2024

Despite these criticisms, the program continued until 1964, shaping the demographics and labor dynamics of both countries and leaving a lasting legacy on the history of immigration and labor relations in North America.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2024

When a union organized to represent black workers there, local black professional men sought to prevent the move, which they said would hurt race and labor relations.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson