DIPLOMACY


Meaning of DIPLOMACY in English

■ noun

1》 the profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations.

2》 skill and tact in dealing with people.

Origin

C18: from Fr. diplomatie , from diplomatique 'diplomatic', on the pattern of aristocratie 'aristocracy'.

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