unionization

noun

union·​i·​za·​tion ˌyün-yə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce unionization (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being unionized
2
: the action of unionizing

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From unionization efforts to requests for four-day workweeks, organizations are facing unprecedented internal pressures. Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 The unionization effort at SAM went public in January 2022, though organizing began as early as May of 2021. Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 6 Dec. 2024 However, Trump's policies may pose obstacles to unionization efforts. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2024 This follows Actors’ Equity unionization of two strip clubs, Magic Tavern in Portland, and Star Garden in Los Angeles. Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unionization 

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of unionization was in 1892

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“Unionization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unionization. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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