Arbiter
/ˈɑːrbɪtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person appointed to settle a dispute or decide a matter.
The parties agreed to submit the dispute to an arbiter.
- (n.) One who has ultimate authority or power to judge.
The court acted as the final arbiter in the case.
Forms
- arbiters
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Commentary
The term 'arbiter' often implies a role with final and binding decision-making authority, distinct from mere advice or mediation.
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