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