nonop

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noun

non·​op
(ˈ)nä¦näp
plural nonops
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: a union composed of nonoperators
the 17 nonops previously reached such an agreement with the Eastern railroadsProgressive Labor World

nonop

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adjective

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: nonoperating
agreed to the union shop for their nonop unionsAmericana Annual

Word History

Etymology

Noun

short for nonoperator

Adjective

by shortening

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“Nonop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonop. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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