English Explanatory Dictionary

peacekeeping

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of preserving peace, specifically between hostile groups or states, especially by a sanctioned military force.
  2. (for example) a peacekeeping force.

Pronunciation

/ˈpiːskiːpɪŋ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-peacekeeping.wav

Word forms

peacekeeping peacekeepings

Etymology

From peace + keeping, after keep the peace.

Related words

peacekeeper
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