non-union
|non/u/nion|
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/nɑnˈjuːniən/
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/nɒnˈjuːniən/
not part of a union
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-union' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'union' referring to a labor organization.
Historical Evolution
'non-union' was formed by combining the prefix 'non-' with 'union' to describe entities not associated with labor unions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not part of a union,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not belonging to or not involving a labor union.
The company hired non-union workers to complete the project.
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Last updated: 2025/01/26 23:35