bilateralism

bi·lat·er·al

B b

Definitions of bilateralism word

noun bilateralism the practice of being bilateral 3
adjective bilateralism pertaining to, involving, or affecting two or both sides, factions, parties, or the like: a bilateral agreement; bilateral sponsorship. 1
adjective bilateralism located on opposite sides of an axis; two-sided, especially when of equal size, value, etc. 1
adjective bilateralism Biology. pertaining to the right and left sides of a structure, plane, etc. 1
adjective bilateralism Chiefly Law. (of a contract) binding the parties to reciprocal obligations. 1
adjective bilateralism through both parents equally: bilateral affiliation. Compare unilateral (def 7). 1

before 1765

One of the 46% newest English words

First recorded in 1765-75; bi-1 + lateral

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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