Peacekeeper Definition & Meaning

peacekeeper
noun
  1. a member of a military force that is assigned (often with international sanction) to preserve peace in a trouble area
  2. someone who keeps peace; "she's the peacekeeper in that family"
  3. the pistol of a law officer in the old West

"Peacekeeper" in song lyrics

See how peacekeeper is used in real songs:

  • "russia works with nato as a peacekeeper"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "peacekeeper"

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