pipe of peace

American  

noun

1. a calumet; peace pipe.

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Etymology

Origin of pipe of peace

An Americanism dating back to 1685–95

Example Sentences

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pipe of peace

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

“Thus the pipe of peace was smoked, and tranquillity reigned between the rival forces.”

From The Ascent of the Matterhorn by Whymper, Edward

Any such information that he thinks fit to impart is given voluntarily over a pipe of peace before rolling up in his robe or blanket.

From Canadian Wilds Tells About the Hudson's Bay Company, Northern Indians and Their Modes of Hunting, Trapping, Etc. by Hunter, Martin

When night comes on, build your fire, fry your bacon, make some damper in the ashes, smoke the pipe of peace, and lie down under the most sheltering bush.

From Two Years in Oregon by Nash, Wallis

“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