n. pl. com·i·ties 1. An atmosphere of social harmony. 2. See comity of nations. 3. Law The principle by which a court in one jurisdiction defers to a court in another jurisdiction where either would have legal power to decide the case, or gives effect to the laws, executive acts, or legal decisions of another jurisdiction. |
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