noun
a person who helps people avoid or stop fighting
She acted as a peacekeeper during the argument.
Common phrases & grammar
act as a peacekeeper
American English
How to pronounce peacekeepers
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PʰEESkeeperz
/ˈpʰisˌki.pɚz/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: peacekeeper
a person who helps people avoid or stop fighting
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nounformalless common
a soldier or official sent to help keep peace in a country or area
The peacekeepers monitored the border.
Common phrases & grammar
UN peacekeepers · peacekeeping mission