/nɪ,gəʊʃɪ'eɪʃn; nɪ,ˇoʃɪ`eʃən/
n [U, C often pl 作不可数名词或可数名词, 後者常作复数] discussion aimed at reaching an agreement; negotiating 商议; 谈判; 让与; 流通
*be in negotiation with sb 与某人商议
* The price is a matter of/for negotiation. 价格是可以商议的.
* Negotiation of the sale took a long time. 有关销售的谈判用了很长时间.
* enter into/open/carry on/resume negotiations with sb 与某人着手[展开/进行/恢复]谈判
* A settlement was reached after lengthy negotiations. 经过长时间的谈判而达成协议.

n [C usually plural, U]
official discussions between the representatives of opposing groups who are trying to reach an agreement, especially in business or politics
negotiation with
　The negotiations with the company had reached a crucial stage.
negotiation between
　This follows private negotiations between the landowner, and the leisure centre.
negotiation on/over
　He is trying to involve community leaders in negotiations on reform.
open/enter into negotiations (with sb)
(=start official discussions)
　The government opened negotiations with the IMF for another loan.
　the next round of arms negotiations
　The price is generally open to negotiation (=is not fixed and can be discussed) .