Compromise1. (n.) A mutual agreement to refer matters in dispute to the decision of arbitrators.
2. (n.) A settlement by arbitration or by mutual consent reached by concession on both sides; a reciprocal abatement of extreme demands or rights, resulting in an agreement.
3. (n.) A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender; as, a compromise of character or right.
4. (n.) To bind by mutual agreement; to agree.
5. (n.) To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound.
6. (n.) To pledge by some act or declaration; to endanger the life, reputation, etc., of, by some act which can not be recalled; to expose to suspicion.
7. (v. i.) To agree; to accord.
8. (v. i.) To make concession for conciliation and peace.
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