peacekeeping-n; 1 Senses

Sense Number 1: keeping the peace

Commentary: The act of preventing outbreaks of hostility. What a peacekeeper does. Military forces are often involved.

Examples:
The United Nations lost a large number of men on peacekeeping missions.
The United States isn't in the business of peacekeeping.
Growing up with three older brothers helped Mary practice her peacekeeping skills.

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WordNet 2.0 Sense Numbers: 1