Labor Force

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Definition: Labor Force

Labor Force

Quick Summary of Labor Force

The total number of people employed or seeking employment in a country or region. also called workforce.

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Examples of Labor Force in a sentence

Although China has a large population, many of its citizens are elderly and unable to work, reducing the labor force.

He worked on the labor force for many year before having to retire because of all the wear and tear that happened to his body.

I have been going to college to get my BA in psychology for four years and it is graduation time, so I guess it’s time to join the labor force.

Synonyms For Labor Force

workforce

Related Phrases

budget surplus
unemployment rate
civilian unemployment rate

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Labor Force are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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