trade union
noun
a labor union of craftspeople or workers in related crafts, as distinguished from general workers or a union including all workers in an industry.
trade unions
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pluralof trade union.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Greggs said it launched a consultation and work with trade unions and employee representatives to refine and develop its plans.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
The proposals come as Stormont ministers face pressure from trade unions over public sector pay, with some health workers taking part in strike action in recent months.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
"As an MEP, it's perfectly normal to speak to all stakeholders, whether businesses, trade unions or NGOs. What matters is transparency and ensuring those consultations remain balanced before decisions are taken," he said.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
"I have dedicated my life to fighting for freedom of association, hoping that China will have independent trade unions," he told the court in March.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
The UDF soon blossomed into a powerful organization that united over six hundred anti-apartheid organizations — trade unions, community groups, church groups, student associations.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
