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peacekeeping

DEFINITIONS OF: peacekeeping

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adj of or relating to the preservation of peace between hostile groups by international military forces

“a peacekeeping force”

n the activity of keeping the peace by military forces (especially when international military forces enforce a truce between hostile groups or nations)

Synonyms:
peacekeeping mission, peacekeeping operation
Type of:
military operation, operation
activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign)
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