syndical

/sɪnˈdɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or supporting a system of industrial organization in which control of production and distribution is in the hands of the workers or their representatives.

“The syndicalist movement gained momentum in the early 20th century.”

2. noun

a system of industrial organization in which control of production and distribution is in the hands of the workers or their representatives.

“The syndical was criticized for its potential to lead to economic inefficiencies.”

3. noun

a labor union or a group of workers who have organized themselves to bargain collectively with their employers.

“The syndical played a key role in the labor negotiations.”

Synonyms

  • labor organization
  • trade union

Antonyms

  • anticollectivist
  • capitalist