Definition Synonyms
Definition of union - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
connectionact of joining two or more things
- The union of the rivers created a larger stream.
2.
relationshipact or state of marriage
- Their union was celebrated with a grand ceremony.
3.
workplace groupTECH. workers' organization representing membersTECH.
- The union negotiated better wages for its members.
4.
political entityTECH. political unit formed by a number of states or provincesTECH.
- The European Union consists of multiple member countries..
5.
educationRare UK association of students at a universityRare UK
- The student union organized the annual festival.
6.
set theoryTECH. set containing all elements of two setsTECH.
- The union of sets A and B includes all elements from both.
7.
technologyTECH. data structure storing various typesTECH.
- The union in the code allowed flexible data storage.
Adjective
1.
laborTECH. related to labor unions or trade unionsTECH.
- The union leaders met to discuss the new policy.
2.
politicsTECH. pertaining to a federal system in IndiaTECH.
- The union government announced new reforms.
Expressions with union
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people are stronger when they work together
Our coach reminded us that union is strength.
expresses that people working together achieve more than working alone
In union there is strength, so we solved the problem together.
organization representing students' interests and welfare
The student union organized a protest for better facilities.
building for student services and activities
We met at the students' union for coffee.
group that represents workers and fights for better job conditions
The labor union negotiated higher wages for its members.
association representing workers' rights to employers
The trade union advocated for workers' rights during the meeting.
job kept or made secure by union support or influence
He has a union job with good benefits.
worker belonging to a trade union
The union member attended the meeting to discuss wages.
worker elected to represent others in dealings with management
The union representative negotiated better terms for the employees..
organized effort by workers to improve conditions
The trade union movement fought for better wages.
person who works hard to support and organize a workers union
The union activist led a campaign for better workplace safety rules.
criticism or attacks against labor unions
The politician's speech was full of union bashing.
legal relationship status similar to marriage
Many countries recognize civil unions between same-sex couples.
joined together in complete harmony or agreement
Their voices sounded in perfect union during the performance.
team sport with an oval ball, two teams of fifteen players
He played rugby union at the national level for several years..
card proving membership in a labor union
He showed his union card at the meeting to verify his membership..
person who supports or belongs to labor unions
He has been a union man all his life.
group of regions or states joined under shared political authority
The treaty created a new political union of the neighboring countries.
physical joining of two individuals for reproductive or pleasure purposes
The couple's sexual union was a step towards starting their family..
working together leads to greater success
Remember, union makes strength in overcoming challenges.
shared sense of purpose or agreement
The team's success was due to their union of hearts.
group representing managers in work discussions
The management union negotiated better benefits for the managers.
comprehensive evaluation of an organization's current situation
The CEO presented the state of the union to the board.
relating to or involving an entire union or federation
The all-union conference was held in Moscow.
Origin of union
Latin, unus (one) + ion (action or condition)
Terms with union included in their meaning
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place name
nation in western Europe, part of the European Union, known for culture
finance
official currency used by many European Union countries
formal union
enter into a legal or recognized union typically as spouses
acr: European Union
group of countries working together in Europe
union
act of forming a union or association
partnership
alliance or union with a party or cause
underage union
marriage involving one or more individuals under the age of 18
union
physical or metaphorical joining into one
leadership
head of a labor union or organization
romantic union
marriage based on mutual love rather than other considerations
reproduction
sexual union between animals
abr: A group of finance ministers and central bank governors from 20 economies: 19 countries plus the European Union.
international group discussing world economic issues
same-sex union
marriage between two people of the same sex
mixed union
marriage between members of different racial, ethnic, or religious groups
fraudulent union
marriage for legal or financial benefits, not based on genuine relationship
labor
non-union worker hired during a strike
acr: Union of European Football Associations
organizes football events in Europe
formal union
formally unite with another by treaty or agreement
business union
the act of combining two entities into one
collective action
the activity of forming a group or union for action
acr: American Civil Liberties Union
works to protect people's rights and freedoms
family law
legal or formal union between spouses
legal union
legal marriage officiated by a government official
politics
union of political organizations
Examples of union in a sentence
Their union resulted in a successful collaboration. Their union was a symbol of love and commitment. The union brought two families together in joy. The union held a meeting to discuss the new contract. She joined the union to have a stronger voice at work. The union was formed to strengthen economic ties.
A new union was proposed to enhance regional cooperation. The union held a meeting to discuss student issues. She joined the union to make new friends. The union of these groups forms a larger set. Studying the union of different sets is crucial. The programmer used a union to handle different data types. Unions in programming can optimize memory usage. The union meeting was scheduled for Friday. Union representatives negotiated the contract terms. The union budget was presented in the parliament. Union territories have different administrative rules.
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- French:union, syndical, ...
- German:Vereinigung, gewerkschaftlich, ...
- Italian:unione, sindacale, ...
- Spanish:unión, sindical, ...
- Portuguese:união, sindical, ...
- Chinese:汇合, 工会的, ...
- Japanese:合流, 労働組合の, ...
- Arabic:اِتِّحاد, نِقَابِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:הִתְאַחֲדוּת, אִגּוּדִי, ...
- Russian:слияние, профсоюзный, ...
- Ukrainian:злиття, профспілковий, ...
- Hindi:मिलन, श्रमिक संघ, ...
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