isopolity

noun

iso·​polity
plural -es
: equality or reciprocity of rights or privileges (as of citizenship)
an agreement between two countries establishing isopolity for their citizens

Word History

Etymology

Greek isopoliteia, from isopolitēs having equal or reciprocal political rights (from is- + politēs citizen) + -ia -y

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“Isopolity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/isopolity. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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