trade-off

or trade·off

[treyd-awf, -of]

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noun

the exchange of one thing for another of more or less equal value, especially to effect a compromise.

Origin of trade-off

First recorded in 1960–65; noun use of verb phrase trade off

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Related Words for trade-off

deal, establishment, agreement, contract, arrangement, compensation, resolution, payment, pact, accord, adjustment, bargain, understanding, concession, settlement, accommodation, acknowledgment, grant, admission, compromise

Examples from the Web for trade-off

Contemporary Examples of trade-off

To be sure, the trade-off for adhering to Chinese restrictions is a lucrative market of professionals.
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As a trade-off for those funds, Galactic is committed to creating a Spaceport in Abu Dhabi—a place that loves excess.
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January 30, 2014
It's not that they're making a trade-off between this and another piece of jewelry.
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Let's call it the Karmic Information Trade-Off, or, alternatively, the Best Thai Restaurant in Bozeman Trade-Off.
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June 11, 2013
That's a trade-off elite politicians are more than happy to make, but where is the concern for the native born working class?
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Justin Green
May 7, 2013

British Dictionary definitions for trade-off

trade-off

noun

an exchange, esp as a compromise

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