comity of nations

com·i·ty

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Definitions of comity of nations words

noun comity of nations the friendly recognition accorded by one nation to the laws and usages of another 3
noun comity of nations the courtesy and respect of peaceful nations for each other's laws and institutions 3
noun comity of nations the nations showing such courtesy and respect 3
noun plural comity of nations mutual courtesy; civility. 1
noun plural comity of nations Also called comity of nations. courtesy between nations, as in respect shown by one country for the laws, judicial decisions, and institutions of another. 1

before 1535

One of the 29% oldest English words

1535-45; < Latin cōmitās, equivalent to cōm(is) affable + -itās -ity

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