Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peace-sign
Noun
/piːs saɪn/
Definition
A symbol commonly used to represent peace and anti-war movements, depicting a circle with three lines inside.
Examples
- During the protest, many people wore shirts with the peace-sign printed on them.
- She adorned her room with decorations featuring the iconic peace-sign symbol.
- The peace-sign has become a universal emblem of hope and social change.
Meaning
The peace sign symbolizes harmony, tranquility, and the absence of conflict. It is often associated with the counterculture movement of the 1960s and the desire for peaceful coexistence.
Synonyms
- peace symbol
- peace emblem
- anti-war sign