/ ˈbɑːgənɪŋ; NAmE ˈbɑːrg-/ noun
[ U ] discussion of prices, conditions, etc. with the aim of reaching an agreement that is acceptable
SYN negotiation :
After much hard bargaining we reached an agreement.
wage bargaining
Exporters are in a strong bargaining position at the moment.
—see also collective bargaining , plea-bargaining