1. a discussion or conference, especially between enemies or opposing sides

1. to hold a discussion or conference, especially with an enemy

Examples

• The two armies agreed to a parley before the battle.
• The pirates called for a parley with the ship’s captain.
• Representatives from both sides met for a brief parley.
• The general decided to parley with the enemy commander.
• They agreed to parley rather than continue fighting.
• The diplomatic parley lasted several hours.
• Both leaders were willing to parley to avoid bloodshed.