The peace
Example: The peace treaty ended the war last year.
Definition
"The peace" refers to a state or period in which there is no war, conflict, or fighting between countries or groups. It often implies the establishment of agreements or treaties that bring an end to hostilities and promote harmony and stability.
Etymology
The phrase "the peace" originates from the Old French word 'pais,' derived from the Latin 'pax,' meaning tranquility or absence of war. Did you know? The root 'pax' was also the name of a Roman goddess symbolizing peace, reflecting how deeply this concept has been valued throughout history.
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"The peace" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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