Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

third-party

adjective
/ˈθɜrd ˌpɑrti/
Definition
A person or group besides the main parties involved in a situation or transaction.
Examples
  • Many companies use third-party services for payment processing.
  • The contract requires consent from a third-party auditor.
Meaning
The term refers to someone or something that is not directly involved in a particular issue but may be affected by or involved in the outcome.
Synonyms
  • external party
  • outside party
  • intermediary