Definition for ARM'IS-TICE

ARM'IS-TICE, n. [L. arma and sisto, to stand still; Gr. ἱστημι; Sp. armisticio; It. armistizio; Fr. armistice.]

A cessation of arms, for a short time, by convention; a truce; a temporary suspension of hostilities by agreement of the parties.

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