Meaning of the word unilateral in English

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unilateral

US /ˌjuː.nəˈlæt̬.ɚ.əl/
UK /ˌjuː.nɪˈlæt.ər.əl/

Adjective

performed by or affecting only one person, group, or country involved in a situation, without the agreement of another or the others.

Example:
The country made a unilateral decision to withdraw from the treaty.
Such unilateral actions can damage international relations.
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