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collective bargaining

noun

  1. the process by which wages, hours, rules, and working conditions are negotiated and agreed upon by a union with an employer for all the employees collectively whom it represents.


collective bargaining

noun

  1. negotiation between one or more trade unions and one or more employers or an employers' organization on the incomes and working conditions of the employees
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collective bargaining

  1. Negotiations by representatives of a group of employees, often a labor union , pertaining to conditions of employment, such as wages and working conditions.
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Word History and Origins

Origin of collective bargaining1

First recorded in 1890–95
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Example Sentences

The union said some progress was made in negotiations, but maintained that the current proposal left a large number of staff excluded from collective bargaining.

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These laid the foundation for collective bargaining agreements and labour courts to protect workers' rights.

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“We support collective bargaining and believe it’s the best way for American workers and employers to come to agreement,” said an administration official.

Under the collective bargaining agreement, James may appeal the suspension.

Furthermore, while the report suggests that public-sector collective bargaining should be expanded so teachers can advocate for improved job quality and better pay, Republican candidates have consistently attacked teachers' unions.

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