customs union

/ˌkʌstəmz ˌjunjən/
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Other forms: customs unions

Definitions of customs union
  1. noun
    an association of nations to promote free trade within the union and set common tariffs for nations that are not members
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    types:
    Benelux
    a customs union comprising Belgium and Netherlands and Luxembourg
    type of:
    union
    a political unit formed from previously independent people or organizations
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