A discussion or conference, especially between enemies or opposing sides to discuss terms or resolve disputes.
From Old French 'parler' meaning 'to speak', which comes from Latin 'parabolare' (to speak in parables). The word entered English in the 15th century with the specific sense of speaking between adversaries.
The concept of parley was crucial in medieval warfare - it was considered honorable and necessary to allow enemies to communicate under a flag of truce. Pirates famously invoked the right to parley, as popularized in movies, though historically this was more about negotiating ransom than dramatic sword fights.
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