armistice

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

temporary suspension of hostilities; truce; cease fire

Part of speech:

Noun

Example sentences with this word:

During the Second World War the island was invaded by the Axis powers and, after Marshal Badoglio's armistice with the Allies in September 1943, thousands of Italians were killed and captured by the Germans.

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