BusinessAugust 23, 2026

trilateral

try-LAT-er-ul

Definition

Involving or participated in by three parties, countries, or sides.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'tri-' meaning 'three' and 'latus' meaning 'side,' reflecting a structure or agreement involving three distinct entities.

In the news

The article uses 'trilateral' to describe the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), highlighting that it is a three-way trade pact between these specific nations.

U.S., Canada fail to reach trade deal

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