horse trading

/hɔrs ˌtreɪdɪŋ/
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Definitions of horse trading
  1. noun
    negotiation accompanied by mutual concessions and shrewd bargaining
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    type of:
    dialogue, negotiation, talks
    a discussion intended to produce an agreement
  2. noun
    the swapping of horses (accompanied by much bargaining)
    synonyms: horse trade
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    type of:
    barter, swap, swop, trade
    an equal exchange
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