labor-unfriendly
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/ˈleɪbər ʌnˈfrɛndli/
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/ˈleɪbə ʌnˈfrɛndli/
not supportive to workers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'labor-unfriendly' originates from the combination of 'labor' and 'unfriendly', where 'labor' refers to work or workers, and 'unfriendly' means not friendly or supportive.
Historical Evolution
The term 'labor-unfriendly' evolved from the need to describe policies or environments that are not supportive of workers' rights.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not friendly to workers', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not supportive or conducive to the interests or rights of workers.
The new policy is considered labor-unfriendly by many unions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/20 17:43