union
US /ˈjuː.njən/
UK /ˈjuː.njən/
1.
联盟, 联合
the action or fact of joining or being joined, especially in a political context.
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The states formed a union to strengthen their defense.
各州组建了一个联盟以加强防御。
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The European Union promotes economic and political cooperation.
欧盟促进经济和政治合作。
2.
工会, 协会
a society or association organized for a common purpose, especially a trade union.
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He joined the workers' union to fight for better wages.
他加入了工人工会，争取更高的工资。
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The teachers' union is negotiating with the school board.
教师工会正在与校董会谈判。