Main Entry:  peace
Pronunciation:  'pEs
Function:  noun
Etymology:  Middle English pees, from Old French pais, from Latin pac-, pax; akin to Latin pacisci to agree
1 : a state of tranquillity or quiet: as a : freedom from civil disturbance b : a state of security or order within a community provided for by law or custom - a breach of the peace - 2 : freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions 3 : harmony in personal relations...