modus vivendi

noun mo·dus vi·ven·di \ˌmō-dəs-vi-ˈven-dē, -ˌdī\

: an arrangement that helps people, groups, or countries work together peacefully even though they do not agree with each other

plural mo·di vivendi \ˈmō-ˌdē-, ˈmō-ˌdī-\

Full Definition of MODUS VIVENDI

: a feasible arrangement or practical compromise; especially : one that bypasses difficulties

: a manner of living : a way of life

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New Latin, manner of living

First Known Use: circa 1878

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