Definitions for: Rapprochement

[n] the reestablishing of cordial relations

Webster (1913) Definition: Rap`proche`ment", n. [F., fr. rapprocher to
cause to approach again. See Re-; Approach.]
Act or fact of coming or being drawn near or together;
establishment or state of cordial relations.

He had witnessed the gradual rapprochement between the
papacy and Austria. --Wilfrid
Ward.

Synonyms: reconciliation

See Also: cooperation