arbiter
Arbiter (noun) means someone chosen by two sides to settle a dispute between them. Example: “The two companies agreed to let an independent arbiter decide the contract dispute.”
How to use arbiter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person or thing with the authority to settle a disagreement or make the final call.
"Arbiter" and "arbitrator" overlap, but "arbitrator" is the more specific, formal term for someone conducting legal arbitration.
Word forms
arbitered past tense, arbiters plural, arbiters singular
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The two companies agreed to let an independent _____ decide the contract dispute.
Etymology
From Latin arbiter, "a witness or judge" — literally "one who goes to see".
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Frequently asked questions
What does “arbiter” mean?
The word “arbiter” means someone chosen by two sides to settle a dispute between them. In plain terms, a person or thing with the authority to settle a disagreement or make the final call.
How do you pronounce “arbiter”?
“Arbiter” is pronounced AH-bih-tuh (/ˈɑɹ.bɪ.tɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “arbiter” in a sentence?
Here is “arbiter” used in a sentence: “The two companies agreed to let an independent arbiter decide the contract dispute.”
What part of speech is “arbiter”?
“Arbiter” is a noun.
Where does the word “arbiter” come from?
The word “arbiter” comes from Latin. From Latin arbiter, "a witness or judge" — literally "one who goes to see".
How many meanings does “arbiter” have?
“Arbiter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone chosen by two sides to settle a dispute between them.