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arbitrate

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːbɪtreɪt/

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Definition of arbitrate

verb

[no object]

(of an independent person or body) reach an authoritative judgement or settlement:the board has the power to arbitrate in disputes [with object]:the insurance ombudsman arbitrates insurance matters