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traité

/tʁɛ.te/

treaty

noun masculine B2

Definition

A formal, legally binding agreement concluded between two or more states or international entities on matters of politics, trade, peace, or other affairs.

Définition en français

Accord formel et juridiquement contraignant conclu entre deux ou plusieurs États ou entités internationales portant sur des questions politiques, commerciales, de paix ou autres.

Example Sentence

Le traité de Versailles, signé en 1919, mit officiellement fin à la Première Guerre mondiale.

The Treaty of Versailles, signed in 1919, officially brought the First World War to an end.

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Not to be confused with 'traité' as the past participle of 'traiter' (to treat/handle). In the diplomatic sense, often followed by 'de' + subject matter, e.g., 'traité de paix'.

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