n. [ OE. trewes, triwes, treowes, pl. of trewe a truce, properly, pledge of fidelity, truth, AS. treów fidelity, faith, troth. See True. ] 1. (Mil.) A suspension of arms by agreement of the commanders of opposing forces; a temporary cessation of hostilities, for negotiation or other purpose; an armistice. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. Hence, intermission of action, pain, or contest; temporary cessation; short quiet. [ 1913 Webster ]
Where he may likeliest find Truce to his restless thoughts. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
Flag of truce (Mil.), a white flag carried or exhibited by one of the hostile parties, during the flying of which hostilities are suspended. -- Truce of God, a suspension of arms promulgated by the church, which occasionally took place in the Middle Ages, putting a stop to private hostilities at or within certain periods. [ 1913 Webster ]
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