Laborite
Americannoun
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a member of a political party promoting the interests of labor.
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(lowercase) an advocate or member of a labor union or movement.
Etymology
Origin of Laborite
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
Moderate Laborite Robert Mellish had held the seat for 36 years, but left-wingers seized control of the Bermondsey party machinery, and the disillusioned Mellish forced a new election by retiring.
From Time Magazine Archive
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
His failure to swing a decisive majority of the party against Bevan led the Laborite Daily Herald to call him: "The man whose days are numbered."
From Time Magazine Archive
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