neutralparty
nounUK /ˈnjuː.trəlˌpɑː.ti/
US /ˈnuː.trəlˌpɑːr.ti/
A neutral party is someone who does not pick a side in a fight or game.
The teacher acted as a neutral party when the two friends argued.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A group or country that stays out of a war or disagreement.
Switzerland is famous for being a neutral party in many conflicts.
3. A person who listens to both sides without favoring either.
We asked Grandpa to be a neutral party and settle our bet.
4. In a game, a player who does not belong to either team.
Sam was a neutral party and just watched the match.