business agent

American  

noun

1. a paid union official who represents a local and its membership in dealing with an employer.

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Etymology

Origin of business agent

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

He and his cousin Lizzie Post recently updated the business etiquette guide, the basis for this quiz.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025

This is a hypothetical scenario, one used frequently by business etiquette trainer Kate Zabriskie as she helps office workers and managers think through best practices for harmonious and productive workplaces.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2024

Sharon-Frances Moore, a business etiquette expert, has seen it countless times.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2023

Ms. Kawano began teaching smiling at a gym in 2017 while working as a business etiquette trainer.

From New York Times • May 15, 2023

I read in one of Papi’s business etiquette books that you should never write an e-mail or a letter when you’re mad because you’re likely to shoot your mouth off and say something you’ll regret.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina