Brokering
/ˈbrəʊkərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of negotiating or facilitating a transaction or agreement, often involving a broker.
The brokering of the deal was handled by an experienced intermediary.
- (v.) Present participle of broker, meaning acting as an intermediary in negotiations or transactions.
She is brokering a settlement between the two parties.
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In legal contexts, 'brokering' usually refers to facilitation of deals or agreements by a third party; it is crucial to distinguish from the noun 'broker' and the verb 'broker' base form for precise usage.
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