Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

union-boss

Noun

/ˈjuː.njən bɔs/

Definition

A union-boss is a leader or official of a labor union who is responsible for representing the interests of union members and negotiating agreements with employers.

Examples

The union-boss led negotiations for a new contract with better wages.
Many workers trust their union-boss to protect their rights on the job.
The former union-boss faced criticism for not being transparent about the union’s financial dealings.

Meaning

The term often implies a person who has significant influence and control over union activities and decisions, sometimes with a connotation of being authoritative or powerful.