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Definition of Negotiation
1. Noun. A discussion intended to produce an agreement. "Talks between Israelis and Palestinians"
Generic synonyms: Discussion, Give-and-take, Word
Specialized synonyms: Parley, Diplomacy, Diplomatic Negotiations, Bargaining, Collective Bargaining, Horse Trading, Mediation
Derivative terms: Negotiate
2. Noun. The activity or business of negotiating an agreement; coming to terms.
Definition of Negotiation
1. n. The act or process of negotiating; a treating with another respecting sale or purchase. etc.
Definition of Negotiation
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Medical Definition of Negotiation
1. 1. The act or process of negotiating; a treating with another respecting sale or purchase. Etc. 2. Hence, mercantile business; trading. "Who had lost, with these prizes, forty thousand pounds, after twenty years' negotiation in the East Indies." (Evelyn) 3. The transaction of business between nations; the mutual intercourse of governments by diplomatic agents, in making treaties, composing difference, etc.; as, the negotiations at Ghent. "An important negotiation with foreign powers." (Macaulay) Origin: L. Negotiatio: cf. F. Negociation. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)