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amity

Amity (noun) means Friendship; friendliness.

noun
1
Friendship; friendliness.
2
Mutual understanding and a peaceful relationship, especially between nations.
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Etymology

From Middle English amite, from Old French amisté, amitie, amistiet, from Vulgar Latin *amīcitātem, derived from Latin amīcus (“friend”), from amō (“love”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of amity?

"amity" (noun) means friendship; friendliness.

What are the different meanings of amity?

"amity" has 2 main meanings: 1. Friendship; friendliness; 2. Mutual understanding and a peaceful relationship, especially between nations.

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