Multilateral
/ˌmʌltiˈlætərəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Involving three or more parties, especially countries or organizations, in an agreement or negotiation.
The treaty was a multilateral agreement among several nations.
- (adj.) Having many sides or aspects.
The committee took a multilateral approach to solving the issue.
Forms
- multilaterally
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Commentary
Commonly used in international law to describe agreements involving multiple states, emphasizing inclusivity beyond two parties.
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