unionization

noun

union·​i·​za·​tion ˌyün-yə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce unionization (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being unionized
2
: the action of unionizing

Examples of unionization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But farmworker unionization has dropped precipitously in the years since, and today few such workers are organized in California. Julie Watson, Fortune, 14 May 2024 The lawsuit is the latest salvo in what’s been a tumultuous dispute over the UFW’s unionization campaign at the nation’s largest grapevine nursery. Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for unionization 

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'unionization.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of unionization was in 1892

Dictionary Entries Near unionization

Cite this Entry

“Unionization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unionization. Accessed 18 May. 2024.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!