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Worker-Owned

Description:

Worker-owned refers to a business or organization that is owned and controlled by the employees or workers. In such enterprises, the decision-making process and profits are shared among the workers, promoting a more democratic and equitable work environment.

Senses:

• Noun: A business or organization owned and operated by its employees.
• Adjective: Describing the ownership structure of a business where the employees have control and ownership of the company.

Usages:

Noun usage:

1. Many worker-owned businesses prioritize worker welfare and actively involve employees in decision making.
2. Worker-owned cooperatives often operate on the principle of fair and equal distribution of profits.

Adjective usage:

1. The worker-owned model encourages employee engagement and fosters a sense of ownership.
2. In a worker-owned company, the workers collectively own the means of production.

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