Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sit-down-strike
Noun
/ˈsɪt daʊn straɪk/
Definition
A sit-down strike is a form of protest in which workers stop working and occupy the workplace, instead of leaving or walking out. This method is employed to force employers to negotiate or address grievances without abandoning their jobs.
Examples
- The workers initiated a sit-down strike at the factory to demand better working conditions.
- During the sit-down strike, employees occupied their workstations and refused to leave until their demands were met.
Meaning
It is a tactic used by labor unions to demonstrate solidarity among workers and to leverage their position in negotiations with employers.
Synonyms
- occupational strike
- work-in
- sit-in
