Syn. — Unity; junction; connection; concord; alliance; coalition; combination; confederacy. — Union, Unity. Union is the act of bringing two or more things together so as to make but one, or the state of being united into one. Unity is a state of simple oneness, either of essence, as the unity of God, or of action, feeling, etc., as unity of design, of affection, etc. Thus, we may speak of effecting a union of interests which shall result in a unity of labor and interest in securing a given object. One kingdom, joy, and union without end. Milton. [Man] is to . . . beget Like of his like, his image multiplied. In unity defective; which requires Collateral love, and dearest amity. Milton.
UNIONISM
Un"ion*ism, n.
1. The sentiment of attachment to a federal union, especially to the federal union of the United States.
2. The principles, or the system, of combination among workmen engaged in the same occupation or trade.
UNIONIST
Un"ion*ist, n.
1. One who advocates or promotes union; especially a loyal supporter of a federal union, as that of the United States.
2. A member or supporter of a trades union.
UNIONISTIC
Un`ion*is"tic, a.
Defn: Of or pertaining to union or unionists; tending to promote or preserve union.
UNIOVULATE
U`ni*o"vu*late, a. Etym: [Uni- + ovulate.] (Bot.)