A suspension of arms by agreement of the commanders of opposing forces; a temporary cessation of hostilities, for negotiation or other purpose; an armistice. (Mil.)
Hence, intermission of action, pain, or contest; temporary cessation; short quiet.
Where he may likeliest find
Truce to his restless thoughts.
Phrases & Compounds
Flag of truce
a white flag carried or exhibited by one of the hostile parties, during the flying of which hostilities are suspended.
Truce of God
a suspension of arms promulgated by the church, which occasionally took place in the Middle Ages, putting a stop to private hostilities at or within certain periods.