negotiation

ne-go-ti-a-tion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The process of discussing something to reach an agreement.

  2. 2.

    A formal discussion between people trying to reach an agreement.

Forms

plural: negotiations

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    open to negotiation — Willing to discuss and possibly change terms.
  • •
    under negotiation — Currently being discussed.

Related words

See also: agreement, bargain, negotiate
Synonyms: bargaining, discussion, mediation

Etymology

From Latin negotiatio ("business, trade"), from negotiari ("to carry on business").