Boycotting
/ˈbɔɪˌkɒtɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of collectively refusing to engage commercially or socially with a person, organization, or country, typically to protest policies or practices.
The labor union called for boycotting the company to demand better working conditions.
Forms
- boycott
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Commentary
Often used in labor and trade law contexts, boycotting involves strategic non-participation as a form of pressure or protest.
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