solidarity
see also: Solidarity
Noun

solidarity

  1. (countable) A bond of unity or agreement between individuals, united around a common goal or against a common enemy, such as the unifying principle that defines the labor movement; mutual support within a group.
    A long time union member himself, Phil showed solidarity with the picketing grocery store workers by shopping at a competing, unionized store.
  2. (uncountable) Willingness to give psychological and/or material support when another person is in a difficult position or needs affection.
    Only the solidarity provided by her siblings allowed Margaret to cope with her mother's harrowing death.
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Solidarity
Proper noun
  1. (historical) A political movement begun in the labor unions of Poland that contributed to the fall of Communism in that country.



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