Meaning of armistice in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɑrməstəs/

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  1. Noun

    armistice

    Etymology

    early 18th century: from French, or from modern Latin armistitium, from arma‘arms’ (see arm) + -stitium‘stoppage’

    Definitions

    1. a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms

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