Accords
/əˈkɔrdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Agreements or settlements between parties that resolve disputes or define terms of cooperation.
The parties reached accords to settle the lawsuit amicably.
- (v.) Third-person singular present of accord meaning to give or grant.
The law accords certain rights to employees.
Forms
- accord
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Commentary
As a noun, 'accords' often refers to formal agreements typically in dispute resolution contexts; as a verb, it is present tense of 'accord.' Cross-reference to 'accord' for base form definitions.
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