mediation
noun [ U ]
uk/ˌmiːdiˈeɪʃən/ usthe process by which someone tries to end a disagreement by helping the two sides to talk about and agree on a solution:
Many cases are settled out of court through mediation or other means.
mediation service/process/talks
mediation efforts/skills
be in/enter (into) mediation If you enter into mediation, both sides must agree on who oversees the process.
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arbitration