peace·mak·er

[pees-mey-ker]
noun
a person, group, or nation that tries to make peace, especially by reconciling parties who disagree, quarrel, or fight.

Origin:
1375–1425; late Middle English; see peace, maker

peace·mak·ing, noun, adjective


intermediary, conciliator, mediator, arbitrator.
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peacemaker (ˈpiːsˌmeɪkə) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a person who establishes peace, esp between others
 
'peacemaking
 
n

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peacemaker (ˈpiːsˌmeɪkə) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a person who establishes peace, esp between others
 
'peacemaking
 
n

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