The agreement
Example: The agreement defines responsibilities for both parties
Definition
"The agreement" refers to a mutual understanding or arrangement between two or more parties, often documented, that outlines the terms, conditions, and responsibilities each party must follow. It is commonly used to formalize commitments and ensure cooperation.
Etymology
The word "agreement" comes from the Old French 'agreer,' meaning 'to agree,' which in turn derives from the Latin 'ad-' (to) and 'gratus' (pleasing). The phrase "the agreement" highlights the act of coming together to form a pleasing or acceptable arrangement between parties.
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"The agreement" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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