an attempt to reconcile disputed matters arising between states, esp by the friendly intervention of a neutral power
3.
a method of resolving an industrial dispute whereby a third party consults with those involved and recommends a solution which is not, however, binding on the parties
mediation in American English
(ˌmidiˈeɪʃən)
noun
the act or process of mediating; friendly or diplomatic intervention, usually by consent or invitation, for settling differences between persons, nations, etc.
Derived forms
mediative (ˈmediˌative)
adjective
mediatory (ˈmediaˌtory) (ˌmidiəˌtɔri)
adjective
Word origin
ME mediacioun < ML mediatio
Examples of 'mediation' in a sentence
mediation
I would put the offer that you have made to your son again and attempt to resolve the dispute using the family mediation service.
The Sun (2016)
Some churches also include a mediation or arbitration policy in their employee handbook.
Christianity Today (2000)
Why then are early attempts at mediation not made mandatory?
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
This month it will become compulsory for all such couples to consider mediation.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Ask him to come with you for family mediation.
The Sun (2016)
He was due to lead mediation efforts.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
We would always encourage people to try mediation before disputes come to court.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The first thing you ought to attempt is family mediation.
The Sun (2015)
Couples must now at least consider mediation before they can go to court.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
But a mediation process would take out the emotion and cost a lot less money.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
They are now being urged to sort out their disputes through mediation.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
All attempts at mediation between mother and son failed.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
He also says he will provide more money for mediation in an effort to keep family contact issues out of the courts.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It is a promising approach that may work well if there are enough individuals available who are trained in both mediation and arbitration.
Tompkins, Jonathan Human Resource Management in Government (1995)
For that reason, consider using a mediation service first.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
As a result, lawyers are careful to advise clients to be sure that they have gone through the mediation process.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
The previous round of peace talks ground to a halt almost four years ago, and subsequent mediation efforts have failed to move the parties forward.