labor union
noun
an organization of wage earners or salaried employees for mutual aid and protection and for dealing collectively with employers; trade union.
labor unions
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pluralof labor union.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Both of the state’s major political parties as well as prominent politicians and several labor unions opposed the efforts when they were placed on the 2010 ballot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
With Tuesday's lawsuit, one of Hollywood's powerful labor unions hopes to undo the US Department of Justice's approval.
From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026
In a Gallup poll last year, 68% of respondents said they approved of labor unions, up from 52% in 2012.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
In addition to family members, those include close friends, employers or labor unions, charitable organizations and public entities with programs for first-time or low- to moderate-income buyers.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 2, 2026
He strongly supported more rights and equality for the working class, such as better wages and the right to join labor unions.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
