yellow union en · NOUN
Etymology
In reference to the Fédération nationale des Jaunes de France (National Federation of the Yellows of France), formed in 1902, with yellow chosen in opposition to the red associated with socialism.
Meanings
- A trade union that is dominated or influenced by an employer and thus not properly independent.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| yellow unions | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Translations (8)
pl żółty związek zawodowy (trade union) · fr syndicat jaune (trade union) · fi yhtiön alainen ammattiliitto (trade union) · de gelbe Gewerkschaft (trade union) · ja 御用組合 (trade union) · cmn 黃色工會 /黄色工会 (trade union) · fi yhtiön alainen ammattiyhdistys (trade union) · nl gele vakbond (trade union)