单词 | peace |
释义 | peace ![]() n. 1. The absence of war or other hostilities. 2. An agreement or a treaty to end hostilities: negotiated the peace. 3. Freedom from quarrels and disagreement; harmonious relations: roommates living in peace with each other. 4. Public security and order: was arrested for disturbing the peace. 5. Inner contentment; serenity: peace of mind. interj. Idioms: Used as a greeting, a farewell, or a request for silence. at peace 1. In a state of tranquility; serene: She is at peace with herself and her friends. 2. Free from strife: Everyone wants to live in a world at peace. keep/hold (one's) peace To be silent. keep the peace To maintain or observe law and order: officers who were sworn to keep the peace. peace out Slang Used to express "goodbye." [Middle English pes, from Old French pais, pes, from Latin pāx, pāc-; see PAX.] |
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