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bilateral

bilateral

54 6.0
Affecting both sides, for example two people or two countries
  • adjective
  • /ˌbaɪˈlætərəl/
translation icon : bilateral
  • The occasion was the signing of the first bilateral agreement that envisioned periodic consultations.
  • bilateral agreement
  • bilateral trade
  • bilateral relations

So in your scan, bilateral, both sides, temporal lobes, not healthy.

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Examples

  • That's why Colombia and the UK will continue to promote our bilateral trade and investment.

  • Still, this is by far the most comprehensive bilateral FDI data currently available.

    Academic text (2008)
  • X and the the truth about the bilateral relationship between the two countries.

  • And then, a bilateral economic war began.

  • Macedon itself would not be a member of this League, but would require each member of it to make a separate bilateral alliance with them.

  • Following the lead of the previous government, the AKP emphasized the improvement of bilateral trade relations.

    Academic text (2012)
  • First and foremost, Tehran has not made Israel an issue in its bilateral relations with New Delhi.

    Academic text (2013)
  • Sanctioning Chinese companies would only complicate bilateral relations, heightening the tensions that grew during 2010.

    Academic text (2011)
  • The evidence demonstrates that bilateral FDI flows and dyadic militarized disputes are negatively correlated.

    Academic text (2008)
  • The two countries signed a bilateral agreement to enhance trade and mutual cooperation.

Synonyms

two-sided
vsbilateral
1 2.7

Having two sides that can both be used, like tape or cloth

applies to relations between parties or countries rather than physical objects

Antonyms

45 7.2

Affecting only one side or person

Compounds

bilateral contract
  • Specialized
6.3

An agreement between two people or groups where each promises something to the other

bilateral descent
  • Specialized
8.5

A system where people trace family through both their parents

bilateral symmetry
  • Specialized
6.6

A shape or body with matching left and right sides

How International

global
2.7
international
2.1
regional
521 3.5
bilateral
54 6.0
domestic
405 2.8

Surface Forms

bilateral positive

Morphology

bilateral = lateral (transparent) = bi + lateral

The meaning is directly predictable from the prefix 'bi-' (two) combined with 'lateral' (relating to sides), so learners can compose the sense.

Etymology

Bilateral comes from the parts bi- ('two') and lateral ('side'), like a bicycle which has two wheels. So a bilateral agreement or action is one that involves two sides, people, or countries.