peacekeeping — the activity of preventing or ending war, especially by a neutral party
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the activity of preventing or ending war, especially by a neutral party
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpiːsˌkiːpɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The peacekeeping soldiers were surprised to find that the biggest threat wasn't the enemy, but the local mosquitoes.
- Peacekeeping efforts in the region have been successful in reducing violence.
- She decided to pursue a career in international peacekeeping after watching too many superhero movies.
peacekeeping
NOUN[/ˈpiːsˌkiːpɪŋ/]
the activity of preventing or ending war, especially by a neutral party
The soldiers carried out a peacekeeping mission to protect civilians and prevent further fighting.
The peacekeeping force successfully kept the peace after the ceasefire agreement. (peace + keeping → keeping the peace)
The peacekeeping mission brought hope because careful peacemaking helped rebuild trust.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Peacekeeping is a 20th-century compound word formed from 'peace' and 'keeping,' gaining widespread usage with the emergence of international organizations in the mid-1900s. The term reflects the post-World War II era's focus on maintaining international stability through organized diplomatic and military intervention.
Breakdown
peace (from Old French 'pais', meaning a state of tranquility) + keeping (from Old English 'cepan', meaning to maintain or preserve). Together they form a compound describing the active maintenance of peace between conflicting parties.
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📝Examples
“The peacekeeping soldiers were surprised to find that the biggest threat wasn't the enemy, but the local mosquitoes.”
“Peacekeeping efforts in the region have been successful in reducing violence.”
“She decided to pursue a career in international peacekeeping after watching too many superhero movies.”
“The peacekeeping budget requires careful management and international cooperation.”
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