# negotiate

Pronunciation: say "ni-GOH-shee-ayt" US /nəˈɡoʊ.ʃi.eɪt/, UK /nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/, AUS /nɪˈɡəʉ.ʃi.æɪt/

## Verb

1. To discuss something with others in order to reach an agreement or settle on terms.
   - Simple: To talk with other people so everyone can agree on something.
   - _Both governments are willing to negotiate over the disputed border._
   - _She negotiates skillfully whenever a conflict threatens the team._
2. To arrange or settle something, such as a deal or treaty, by mutual agreement.
   - Simple: To work out the details of a deal so that both sides agree.
   - _Diplomats negotiated a ceasefire that held for several months._
   - _The company will negotiate licensing terms with several partners._
3. To successfully make one's way through or over a hazard, obstacle, or difficult course.
   - Simple: To get safely past or over something difficult or dangerous.
   - _The pilot negotiated a narrow gap between two storm fronts._
   - _Climbers negotiate the crevasse using ropes and fixed anchors._
4. To transfer a financial instrument, such as a check or bill, to another person along with all the original holder's rights.
   - Simple: To pass a check or note to someone else so they can collect the money.
   - _The merchant negotiated the bill of exchange to settle his debt._
   - _Holders may negotiate a promissory note simply by endorsing and delivering it._

## Verb

5. To conduct business dealings with others or engage in commerce. *(obsolete)*
   - Simple: To do business or carry on trade.
6. To engage in intrigue or scheming. *(obsolete)*
   - Simple: To make secret plans against someone.

## Origin

Borrowed around 1598 from Latin negōtiātus, the participle of negōtior ("to do business, trade"). This came from negotium ("business"), formed from nec ("not") and otium ("leisure, ease, inactivity").

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