union-opposed
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/ˈjuːniən əˌpoʊzd/
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/ˈjuːniən əˌpəʊzd/
against labor unions
Etymology
Etymology Information
'union-opposed' originates from the combination of 'union,' referring to labor unions, and 'opposed,' meaning against or in opposition to.
Historical Evolution
The term 'union-opposed' evolved from the broader use of 'opposed' to describe resistance to specific entities or ideas, in this case, labor unions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'opposed' meant 'against or in opposition to,' and this meaning has remained consistent in the context of 'union-opposed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
against or not in favor of labor unions.
The company adopted a union-opposed stance during the negotiations.
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Last updated: 2025/01/26 23:13