English · Work & Business
labor law
/ˈleɪ.bər lɔː/
[/ˈleɪ.bər lɔː/]
rules about work and workers
Advancednoun
Definition
The area of law that deals with the rights of workers and the duties of employers.
Example
Under local labor law, employees must receive at least four weeks of paid holiday.
Under local labor law, employees must receive at least four weeks of paid holiday.
Etymology
A compound of 'labor' (Latin 'labor', toil) and 'law' (Old Norse 'lagu', something laid down).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in law, employment, and politics.