Meaning & use
arbitration
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the process of settling a dispute between parties by referring it to an impartial third party rather than going to court.
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The two companies agreed to resolve their contract dispute through arbitration instead of a lengthy lawsuit.
Many employment contracts require arbitration for workplace disagreements.
A note on using this word
Distinct from mediation: an arbitrator typically makes a binding decision, while a mediator only helps the parties reach their own agreement.
Words with a similar meaning
mediationadjudication
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