bedung

/ˈbɛdʌŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used in ancient Malay and Javanese law to refer to a treaty or agreement between two parties, often involving the payment of a sum of money or the exchange of goods.

“The two kingdoms entered into a bedung, agreeing to a peace treaty and the payment of a large sum of money.”

Synonyms

  • agreement
  • treaty

Antonyms

  • conflict
  • war