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peaceMain Entry: 1peace Pronunciation: \ˈpēs\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English pees, from Anglo-French pes, pees, from Latin pac-, pax; akin to Latin pacisci to agree — more at pact Date: 12th century 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> — at peace : in a state of concord or tranquillity
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