union

[ˈjuːnjən]
n
the condition of being united, the act of uniting, or a conjunction formed by such an act
an association, alliance, or confederation of individuals or groups for a common purpose, esp political
agreement or harmony
short for trade union
the act or state of marriage or sexual intercourse
a device on a flag representing union, such as another flag depicted in the top left corner
a device for coupling or linking parts, such as pipes
an association of students at a university or college formed to look after the students' interests, provide facilities for recreation, etc.the building or buildings housing the facilities of such an organization
Also called: join a set containing all members of two given sets. Symbol: ⋃, as in A⋃B
a number of parishes united for the administration of poor relief.a workhouse supported by such a combination
a piece of cloth or fabric consisting of two different kinds of yarn
of or related to a union, esp a trade union