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non-unionist

|non/u/nion/ist|

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/nɑn-ˈjuːniənɪst/

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/nɒn-ˈjuːniənɪst/

not a union member

Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-unionist' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'unionist,' which refers to a member of a union.

Historical Evolution

The term 'non-unionist' evolved from the concept of 'unionist' by adding the prefix 'non-' to indicate the absence of union membership.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not a member of a union,' and this meaning has remained consistent over time.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who is not a member of a labor union.

The company hired non-unionists to break the strike.

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Last updated: 2025/01/12 11:30