Definitions

1. noun

The act of talking or negotiating in a casual or unofficial manner, often in order to gain an advantage or to find a compromise.

“The diplomats attempted to resolve the conflict through imparlance, rather than formal negotiations.”

2. noun

A casual or unofficial conversation, especially one between people in a position of power and those they are supposed to regulate or supervise.

“The imparlance between the CEO and the union representatives helped to prevent a major strike.”