peace offering
Americannoun
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any offering made to procure peace.
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a sacrificial offering made in order to assure communion with God. Exodus 20:24; Leviticus 7:11–18.
noun
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something given to an adversary in the hope of procuring or maintaining peace
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Judaism a sacrificial meal shared between the offerer and Jehovah to intensify the union between them
Etymology
Origin of peace offering
First recorded in 1525–35
Example Sentences
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Although authorities usually warn against feeding wild birds, Prof Kaplan suggests leaving a peace offering like a little bit of bread or meat to win the magpies' favour.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2023
After an exceptional hour, Mozart leaves us with a benediction but without the peace offering.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 6, 2022
Antetokounmpo made both free throws to extend the Bucks’ lead to 95-88, then Harrell and Antetokounmpo slapped hands in an apparent peace offering before Milwaukee’s ensuing inbounds pass.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 1, 2022
Veggie burgers used to be a peace offering for vegans at backyard barbecues.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 16, 2021
It was Mother who decided to contribute most of the flock for feeding the village, like a peace offering.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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