solidarity — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

solidarity (/ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/)

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🔊 /ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/

Meaning

Meaning: unity from shared interests

Unity and mutual support among people who share interests or goals, especially in a struggle. It binds a group together.

Examples

🗣 Workers across the country went on strike in solidarity with the underpaid factory employees.

Etymology

From French ‘solidarité’, from Latin ‘solidus’ (solid, whole).

How & Where It’s Used

Used in politics, labor, and social movements.

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Tags: unity, society

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