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Webster 1913 Edition


Diplomacy

Di-plo′ma-cy

,
Noun.
[F.
diplomatie
. This word, like
supremacy
, retains the accent of its original. See
Diploma
.]
1.
The art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations (particularly in securing treaties), including the methods and forms usually employed.
2.
Dexterity or skill in securing advantages; tact.

Webster 1828 Edition


Diplomacy

DIPLOMACY

,
Noun.
[This word, like supremacy, retains the accent of its original.]
1.
The customs, rules and privileges of embassadors, envoys and other representatives of princes and states at foreign courts; forms of negotiation.
2.
A diplomatic body the whole body of ministers at a foreign court.
3.
The agency or management of ministers at a foreign court.