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unionize

/'ju:njənaiz/ Cách viết khác : (unionise) /'ju:njənaiz/
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Word: Unionize

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To form or join a union, which is an organized group of workers who come together to make decisions about their work conditions, pay, and rights.

Explanation:

When workers unionize, they work together to create a stronger voice in their workplace. This means they might negotiate better wages, safer working conditions, or other benefits. Unions help workers stand together, so they can have more power than if they were working alone.

Usage Instructions:
  • You can use "unionize" when talking about workers forming a union or when discussing efforts to create a union in a workplace.
  • It is often used in the context of labor rights and worker solidarity.
Examples:
  1. Simple Example: "The teachers decided to unionize to improve their salaries."
  2. Contextual Example: "After several meetings, the factory workers voted to unionize, feeling it was the best way to address their concerns."
Advanced Usage:

In more complex discussions, you might hear phrases like "unionizing efforts" or "unionize for better working conditions." This indicates a more organized approach to forming a union.

Word Variants:
  • Union (noun): The organization itself (e.g., "The union represents the workers.")
  • Unionization (noun): The process of forming or joining a union (e.g., "Unionization is important for workers' rights.")
Different Meanings:
  • The primary meaning of "unionize" is related to labor and workers. There are no significant alternate meanings in general English.
Synonyms:
  • Organize
  • Form a union
  • Join a union
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly include "unionize." However, you might hear phrases like "band together," which means to unite for a common cause, similar in spirit to unionizing.
Conclusion:

Understanding "unionize" is important for discussions about labor rights and worker organization.

Verb
  1. form or join a union
    • The auto workers decided to unionize
  2. recruit for a union or organize into a union
    • We don't allow people to come into our plant and try to unionize the workers

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