C1 noun Formal

nonunior

/ˌnɒnˈjuːniənər/

A worker or individual who is not a member of a labor union, often used in discussions regarding industrial relations and labor laws. This term identifies someone who operates outside of collective bargaining agreements and does not participate in union-organized activities or dues.

Exemplos

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1

As a nonunior, she was not required to participate in the strike called by the factory workers.

As a nonunior, she was not required to participate in the strike called by the factory workers.

2

The legislation aims to protect the rights of the nonunior against workplace discrimination based on membership status.

The legislation aims to protect the rights of the nonunior against workplace discrimination based on membership status.

3

He's been a nonunior his whole career because he prefers to negotiate his own salary.

He's been a nonunior his whole career because he prefers to negotiate his own salary.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
nonunior
Adjetivo
non-union
Relacionado
non-unionism
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Dica de memorização

Think of 'non-' (not) + 'union' + '-or' (person suffix). A nonunior is a 'not-union-person'.

Quiz rápido

Despite the pressure from his colleagues to join the strike, the _______ decided to continue working his shift.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: nonunior

Exemplos

1

As a nonunior, she was not required to participate in the strike called by the factory workers.

everyday

As a nonunior, she was not required to participate in the strike called by the factory workers.

2

The legislation aims to protect the rights of the nonunior against workplace discrimination based on membership status.

formal

The legislation aims to protect the rights of the nonunior against workplace discrimination based on membership status.

3

He's been a nonunior his whole career because he prefers to negotiate his own salary.

informal

He's been a nonunior his whole career because he prefers to negotiate his own salary.

4

Academic discourse on labor economics frequently contrasts the wage growth of union members with that of the nonunior.

academic

Academic discourse on labor economics frequently contrasts the wage growth of union members with that of the nonunior.

5

The firm operates an open-shop policy, welcoming both union members and the nonunior alike.

business

The firm operates an open-shop policy, welcoming both union members and the nonunior alike.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
nonunior
Adjetivo
non-union
Relacionado
non-unionism

Colocações comuns

staunch nonunior staunch nonunior
nonunior status nonunior status
rights of a nonunior rights of a nonunior
hiring a nonunior hiring a nonunior
nonunior workforce nonunior workforce

Frases Comuns

remain a nonunior

remain a nonunior

the nonunior perspective

the nonunior perspective

act as a nonunior

act as a nonunior

Frequentemente confundido com

nonunior vs non-union

Non-union is usually an adjective describing a place or status, whereas nonunior is the noun referring to the person.

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Notas de uso

The term is most frequently used in legal, industrial, or historical contexts regarding labor movements. It is less common in modern casual speech than 'non-union worker'.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use 'non-union' as a noun for a person, but 'nonunior' specifically designates the agent.

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Dica de memorização

Think of 'non-' (not) + 'union' + '-or' (person suffix). A nonunior is a 'not-union-person'.

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Origem da palavra

Formed from the Latin prefix 'non-' (not) and 'unio' (oneness/union), combined with the English agentive suffix '-or'.

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun Plural: nonuniors Often preceded by the indefinite article 'a'
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Contexto cultural

This term is culturally significant in countries with a history of industrial action and debates over 'right-to-work' laws, particularly in the US and UK.

Quiz rápido

Despite the pressure from his colleagues to join the strike, the _______ decided to continue working his shift.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: nonunior

Palavras relacionadas

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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