Pronunciation: ˌ m ō -d ə s-vi- ' ven-d ē , - ˌ d ī
Function: noun
Inflected Form: plural mo · di vivendi \ ' m ō - ˌ d ē -, ' m ō - ˌ d ī - \
Etymology: New Latin, manner of living
Date: circa 1879
1 : a feasible arrangement or practical compromise especially : one that bypasses difficulties
2 : a manner of living : a way of life