bilateral

bilateraladjective

Alternative meanings

involving two sides; between two parties; between two countries; two-way; related to agreements, relations, or negotiations between two actors

Pronunciation

by-LA-teh-rahl

Root and affixes

Loanword used in politics, law, diplomacy, and international relations. Bi- indicates two; lateral relates to side.

Variants or conjugations

bilateral = bilateral; duha ka bahin = two parts; tali sa duha ka nasod = between two countries; bilateral nga kasabutan = bilateral agreement

Related words and expressions

agreement, relationship, country, government, diplomatic, party/side

Meaning and usage notes

Very useful in government, trade, and diplomacy: bilateral agreement, bilateral relationship, bilateral meeting.