Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
olive-branch
noun
/ˈɒlɪv bræntʃ/
Definition
A symbol of peace, reconciliation, or an offer of resolution.
Examples
- She extended an olive branch to her rival, hoping to end their long-standing feud.
- The country’s leader sent an olive branch in the form of a peace treaty to the warring nation.
- His apology was seen as an olive branch, aiming to mend their broken friendship.
Meaning
The term ‘olive branch’ refers to the gesture of peace, often used in contexts where individuals or groups seek to resolve conflicts.
Synonyms
- peace offering
- reconciliation gesture
- truce
- peacemaking
