arbitration — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

arbitration (/ˌɑːr.bɪˈtreɪ.ʃən/)

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🔊 /ˌɑːr.bɪˈtreɪ.ʃən/

Meaning

Meaning: binding dispute resolution

The process of settling a dispute by having an independent person make a binding decision.

Examples

🗣 Both sides agreed to arbitration, accepting that the arbitrator’s decision would be final.

Etymology

From Latin ‘arbitratio’, from ‘arbitrari’ (to judge), from ‘arbiter’ (a judge, witness).

How & Where It’s Used

Used in legal and commercial disputes, often instead of court.

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Tags: legal, negotiation

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