(n.) A mutual agreement to refer matters in dispute to the
decision of arbitrators.
(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.
(n.) A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a
prejudicial concession; a surrender; as, a compromise of character or
right.
(n.) To bind by mutual agreement; to agree.
(n.) To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to
compound.
(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.
(v. i.) To agree; to accord.
(v. i.) To make concession for conciliation and peace.