Carthaginian peaces

A form of Carthaginian peace — Peace maintained with devastating consequences for one of the parties involved; a very harsh peace, particularly one that results in the defeated side being destroyed or nearly so.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Carthaginian peace
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