Solidarity
Origin
From French solidarité ("solidarity"), from solidaire ("characterized by solidarity"), from Latin solidum ("whole sum"), neuter of solidus ("solid").
Full definition of solidarity
Noun
solidarity
(countable and uncountable; plural solidaritys)- (countable) A bond of unity or agreement between individuals, united around a common goal or against a common enemy, such as the unifying principle that defines the labor movement; mutual support within a group.A long time union member himself, Phil showed solidarity with the picketing grocery store workers by shopping at a competing, unionized store.
- (uncountable) Willingness to give psychological and/or material support when another person is in a difficult position or needs affection.Only the solidarity provided by her siblings allowed Margret to cope with her mother's harrowing death.