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Laborite

American  
[ley-buh-rahyt] / ˈleɪ bəˌraɪt /

noun

  1. a member of a political party promoting the interests of labor.

  2. (lowercase) an advocate or member of a labor union or movement.


Etymology

Origin of Laborite

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90; labor + -ite 1

Example Sentences

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As far as I knew, Regev had never before spoken about growing up in a Laborite home.

From New York Times • Oct. 20, 2016

Said one Laborite: "It would be the kiss of death for the Liberals if they were to be seen propping up Ted Heath in power."

From Time Magazine Archive

His defeat set the stage for Laborite Harold Wilson's return to power.

From Time Magazine Archive

Mellish, meantime, threw his support behind moderate Laborite John O'Grady, 62, who mounted an independent challenge under the label "Real Labor."

From Time Magazine Archive

An Equal Opportunities Commission headed by Laborite Betty Lockwood has been created to enforce the new laws, and unions are preparing test cases for female members.

From Time Magazine Archive