trade association

noun

1. an association of people or companies in a particular business or trade, organized to promote their common interests.

trade association

noun

1. an association of organizations in the same trade formed to further their collective interests, esp in negotiating with governments, trade unions, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of trade association¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Asked for comment about the pick, Steve Ubl, head of the US trade association for pharmaceutical manufacturers, defended the industry, noting its success fighting disease such as polio and smallpox and its major role in the economy.

From BBC

A spokesperson from Water UK, the trade association for the water industry, said it supported the aims of March for Clean Water, adding that the system was "not working" and was "not delivering for people or the environment".

From BBC

Water UK, the trade association for the water industry, said companies were working hard to "provide the drinking water that is independently rated the joint-highest standard in the world".

From BBC

Megan J. Provost, president of Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment, a trade association for the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industry, which opposed the bill, pointed to its potential harm to humans.

From Los Angeles Times

NetChoice, a national tech trade association, also opposed the bill.

From Los Angeles Times