Etymology

peaceable

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Today it means: Favouring peace rather than conflict; not aggressive, tending to avoid violence (of people, actions etc.). Full definition →

First used 14th c.Anglo-Norman pesible ← Middle French paisible
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  1. Middle French · derived frompaisible
  2. Anglo-Norman · derived frompesible
  3. English todaypeaceable

From Anglo-Norman pesible, peisible, Middle French paisible, from pais (“peace”) + -ible; later remodelled after peace + -able.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 14th c. Favouring peace rather than conflict; not aggressive, tending to avoid violence (of people, actions etc.).
  • from 14th c. Characterized by peace; peaceful, tranquil.

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