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concordat

Syllabification: (con·cor·dat)

Pronunciation: /kənˈkôrˌdat/

Definition of concordat

noun

an agreement or treaty, especially one between the Vatican and a secular government relating to matters of mutual interest.

Origin:

early 17th century: from French, or from Latin concordatum 'something agreed upon', neuter past participle of concordare 'be of one mind' (see concord)