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tripartite Definition

tri·par·tite (trī pärtīt)

adjective

  1. divided into three parts; threefold
  2. having three corresponding parts or copies
  3. made or existing between three parties, as an agreement

Etymology: ME < L tripartitus < tri-, three + partitus, partite

tripartite Law Definition

adj

Composed of or having three parts; divided into three parts or elements.
tripartite Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • division: The book's tripartite division also serves to highlight Emin's hybrid cultural identity.
  • arrangement: The tripartite arrangement has been the constitutional bedrock of policing for many years.
  • agreement: Mr Best: The Afghanis are part of the tripartite agreement with UNHCR for assisted return.
  • negotiation: The outcome of this process of tripartite negotiation is a learning contract.
  • structure: At each level of the tripartite planning structure, there need to be SMART targets against which progress can be measured.
  • committee: It is expected that a Presidential Decree will launch officially the work of a tripartite committee to implement this initiative.

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