labour aristocracy
English
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editEtymology
editCompound of labour + aristocracy.
Noun
editlabour aristocracy (uncountable)
- (Marxism) Segment of the working class that enjoys a relatively privileged position compared to the rest of the working class as a result of higher salaries, better working conditions, etc., and which can lead them to have different interests and perspectives even though they continue to be exploited by capitalists.
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edit- This term is controversial among Marxists.
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