PEACEKEEPING

peacekeeping

(adjective) of or relating to the preservation of peace between hostile groups by international military forces; “a peacekeeping force”

peacekeeping, peacekeeping mission, peacekeeping operation

(noun) the activity of keeping the peace by military forces (especially when international military forces enforce a truce between hostile groups or nations)

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

peacekeeping (usually uncountable, plural peacekeepings)

The act of preserving peace, specifically between hostile groups or states, especially by a sanctioned military force. [from 17th c.]

(as a noun modifier) (for example) a peacekeeping force.

Source: Wiktionary