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unionist

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈjunjənəst// UK //jˈuːniənˌɪst// union·ist

n. a person who supports a group of workers who join together to get better pay and conditions. It can also mean someone who wants different countries or regions to stay together as one political group.

n. an advocate for the formation or maintenance of a union, specifically in the context of trade unions or political federations. Often carries specific regional connotations in Northern Ireland or historical contexts like the American Civil War.


SIMPLE

The unionist spoke at the meeting about workers' rights.

CONTEXTUAL

As a dedicated unionist, she spent her weekends organizing local factory workers to negotiate for safer working conditions.

COMPLEX

The political landscape was deeply divided between those seeking independence and the unionists who argued that remaining part of the larger federation provided essential economic stability.

Usage

Capitalized when referring to a specific political party or historical faction.

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