labour union
/ˈleɪbə ˈjuːnjən/ · lab·our·u·ni·on
noun
- A continuous association of wage-earners for the purpose of maintaining or improving the conditions of their employment; a trade union. The labour union negotiated with management to secure better working conditions for its members.
- A collective organization of workers in a particular industry or occupation, often with the goal of improving wages, benefits, and working conditions. The labour union in the manufacturing sector has been advocating for safer working conditions and fair compensation for its members.
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Did you know? The first modern labour union, the National Labor Union, was established in the United States in 1866, with the goal of securing an eight-hour workday and equal pay for equal work.