Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
white-flag-of-surrender
Noun
/waɪt flæɡ əv səˈrɛndər/
Definition
A white flag of surrender is a symbol used to indicate a desire to cease hostilities and submit to the opponent or authority.
Examples
- During the battle, the enemy raised a white flag of surrender, signaling their wish to negotiate.
- The commanding officer ordered his troops to lower their weapons when the white flag was displayed.
Meaning
The expression of wanting to stop fighting or submit, often used in conflicts to communicate peaceful intent.
Synonyms
- surrender flag
- flag of truce
- peace flag
