What does "ceasefire" mean?

In warfare, an agreed end to hostilities for a specific purpose. (Typically only temporary).

Ceasefire

Common synonyms include: armistice, armistice-based, armistice-related, armistices, cessation, cessation of hostilities.

noun

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Noun

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In warfare, an agreed end to hostilities for a specific purpose. (Typically only temporary).
"The rebels agreed to a ceasefire while the peace talks were underway."

"Ceasefire talks began in July 1951."

From cease + fire.