peacekeeping
Peacekeeping (noun) means the activity of maintaining peace between hostile groups or nations, often using a sanctioned military force. Example: “The country contributes troops to several UN peacekeeping missions.”
How to use peacekeeping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe work of preventing or stopping conflict between groups, usually with soldiers or observers.
Word forms
peacekeepings plural
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The country contributes troops to several UN _____ missions.
Etymology
From peace + keeping, echoing the phrase "keep the peace".
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “peacekeeping” mean?
The word “peacekeeping” means the activity of maintaining peace between hostile groups or nations, often using a sanctioned military force. In plain terms, the work of preventing or stopping conflict between groups, usually with soldiers or observers.
How do you pronounce “peacekeeping”?
“Peacekeeping” is pronounced PEES-kee-pihng (/ˈpiːskiːpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “peacekeeping” in a sentence?
Here is “peacekeeping” used in a sentence: “The country contributes troops to several UN peacekeeping missions.”
What part of speech is “peacekeeping”?
“Peacekeeping” is a noun.
Is “peacekeeping” a common word?
“Peacekeeping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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