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peacekeeping

Syllabification: (peace·keep·ing)
Pronunciation: /ˈpēsˌkēpiNG/
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Definition of peacekeeping

noun

[usually as modifier]
  • the active maintenance of a truce between nations or communities, especially by an international military force:the 2,300-strong UN peacekeeping force

Derivatives

peacekeeper

Pronunciation: /-ˌkēpər/
noun

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