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rapport

rap·port [ ra páwr, rə páwr ] (plural rap·ports)


noun 
Definition:
 
friendly relationship: an emotional bond or friendly relationship between people based on mutual liking, trust, and a sense that they understand and share each other's concerns

[Mid-17th century. < French, < rapporter "bring back" < aporter "bring" < Latin portare "carry"]
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