bilaterally
adverb
Simple meaning
With the involvement of two parties or governments.
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baɪˈlætɚəli
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adverb
In a bilateral manner.
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- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
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- Rare
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- “They worked out an agreement bilaterally.”adverb
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Capable of division into symmetrical halves by only one longitudinal plane passing through the axis.
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