English dictionary
pax
/p/&/ks/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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(Roman Catholic Church) a greeting signifying Christian love for those assisting at the Eucharist
Synonyms kiss of peaceSource: WordNet 3.0
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The kiss of peace; also, the embrace in the sanctuary now substituted for it at High Mass in Roman Catholic churches.
Source: webster1913
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Friendship, or a friend; -- esp. in the phrases <i>to make pax with</i>, to make friends with, <i>to be good pax</i>, to be good friends; also, truce; -- used esp. interjectionally.
Source: webster1913