Meaning Of The Word Ultimatum

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ultimatum
countable noun: An ultimatum is a warning to someone that unless they act in a particular way, action will be taken against them.

ultimatum in American English
a final offer or demand, esp. by one of the parties engaged in negotiations, the rejection of which usually leads to a break in relations and unilateral action, the use of force, etc. by the party issuing the ultimatum
noun: a final, uncompromising demand or set of terms issued by a party to a dispute, the rejection of which may lead to a severance of relations or to the use of force

ultimatum in British English
noun: a final communication by a party, esp a government, setting forth conditions on which it insists, as during negotiations on some topic

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