Pronunciation: /əˈkɔrd/
noun an agreement or harmony between people or groups
A1 In accordance with the rules, students must wear uniforms.
A2 The two countries signed an accord to promote trade between them.
B1 The company and the workers reached an accord on the new contract terms.
B2 The accord between the two political parties brought stability to the region.
C1 The accord reached at the peace talks was seen as a breakthrough in negotiations.
C2 The international accord on climate change set ambitious targets for reducing emissions.
verb to be in agreement or harmony
A1 I accord with my friends on where to eat for dinner.
A2 The two parties finally reached an accord after long negotiations.
B1 The company and the union were able to accord on a new contract.
B2 The countries signed an accord to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
C1 The leaders of the rival factions were able to accord on a peace agreement.
C2 The musicians had to accord on the tempo of the piece before performing.
formal According to the company's policy, employees must request approval in accord with the established procedures.
informal We need to make sure our plans are in accord with what the boss wants.
slang Let's all be on the same accord and get this project done.
figurative Their minds were in accord, creating a harmonious atmosphere during the meeting.
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