"peacework" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: peace + work Etymology templates: {{compound|en|peace|work}} peace + work Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} peacework (uncountable)
  1. The art or process of negotiating peace. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Peace Related terms: peace process
    Sense id: en-peacework-en-noun-s~x9IOX4 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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