Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for ME'DI-ATE
ME'DI-ATE, v.i.
- To interpose between parties, as the equal friend of each; to act indifferently between contending parties, with a view to reconciliation; to intercede. The prince that mediates between nations and prevents a war, is the benefactor of both parties.
- To be between two. [Little used.] – Digby.
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