Nounother party; opposite party; opposing team; one's opponent; one's adversary

Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ru' ending, Transitive verbto challenge (esp. in a lawsuit); to take on an opponent (in negotiations, contest, etc.)

Noun, Na-adjective (keiyodoshi)changing one's attitude or response according to who one is talking to or dealing with

Nounopposing role; partner

Nounthe other party (usu. in business); person or party with whom you are dealing (on the other end)