Arbitrate
/ˈɑːrbɪtreɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To settle a dispute between parties by agreeing to accept the decision of an impartial third party.
The labor union and management agreed to arbitrate their contract dispute.
Forms
- arbitrates
- arbitrated
- arbitrating
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Commentary
Arbitration clauses should clearly specify the scope and rules governing the arbitration process to avoid ambiguity.
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