pipe of peace
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pipe of peace
An Americanism dating back to 1685–95
Example Sentences
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"Will!" she cried, mischievously, "Mr. Cobbe's compliments, and desires to know when he will find you in your sanctum, he wishes to smoke the pipe of peace with you."
From A Romance of Toronto A Novel by Savigny, Annie Gregg
Manner of their reception of strangers, 143 The pipe of peace, 143 21.
From The History of Virginia, in Four Parts by Beverley, Robert
Here on a wall of mine are two feathers of eagles fastened crosswise; below them an Indian's pipe of peace with its silken tassel.
From The Happy Golfer Being Some Experiences, Reflections, and a Few Deductions of a Wandering Golfer by Leach, Henry
Then came the blessed pipe of peace, warm, dry blankets, and the soundest sleep that ever tired soldier enjoyed.
From Campaigning with Crook and Stories of Army Life by King, Charles
“Well, load yourself up on the first train you can capture, old chap, and hasten to smoke the pipe of peace under the welcoming roof of— “Your old Governor.”
From The White Hand and the Black A Story of the Natal Rising by Mitford, Bertram
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