Associations to the word «Parley»

Wiktionary

PARLEY, noun. A conference, especially one between enemies.
PARLEY, verb. (intransitive) To have a discussion, especially one between enemies.

Dictionary definition

PARLEY, noun. A negotiation between enemies.
PARLEY, verb. Discuss, as between enemies.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke