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parley

/ˈpɑːli/ noun · British & US
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What does parley mean?

noun

A conference or meeting, especially one between enemies or opponents to discuss terms of a truce or peace. A pause or interval in a conversation, especially one in which a person speaks in a different language.

Example

"The two leaders agreed to a parley to discuss the terms of the treaty."

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