01 n. An agreement between belligerents for the exchange of prisoners.
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1.
An agreement between belligerents for the exchange of prisoners.(Mil.)
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2.
A letter of defiance or challenge; a challenge to single combat.[Obs.]“He is cowed at the very idea of a cartel.,” — Sir W. Scott.
Phrases & compounds
Cartel —
a ship employed in the exchange of prisoners, or in carrying propositions to an enemy; a ship beating a flag of truce and privileged from capture.