mediation
[ mee-dee-ey-shuh n ]
/ ˌmi diˈeɪ ʃən /
noun
action in mediating between parties, as to effect an agreement or reconciliation.
International Law.
an attempt to effect a peaceful settlement between disputing nations through the friendly good offices of another power.
Origin of mediation
SYNONYMS FOR mediation
1
Mediation,
arbitration designate processes for bringing about agreement or reconciliation between opponents in a dispute.
Mediation implies deliberation that results in solutions that may or may not be accepted by the contending parties.
Arbitration involves a more formal deliberation, it being understood that the results will be binding on the contending parties.
OTHER WORDS FROM mediation
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British Dictionary definitions for mediation
mediation
/ (ˌmiːdɪˈeɪʃən) /
noun
the act of mediating; intercession
international law
an attempt to reconcile disputed matters arising between states, esp by the friendly intervention of a neutral power
a method of resolving an industrial dispute whereby a third party consults with those involved and recommends a solution which is not, however, binding on the parties
Cultural definitions for mediation
mediation
The attempt to settle a dispute through a neutral party.