Definition of "peacemaker" [peace•mak•er]

• One that makes peace, especially by settling disputes. (noun)

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• "Gilani won a unanimous vote of confidence in parliament when he became prime minister nearly four years ago, and has been known as a peacemaker even among the ruling Pakistan People's party's most bitter enemies."
• "Gilani won a unanimous vote of confidence in parliament when he became prime minister nearly four years ago, and has been known as a peacemaker even among the ruling Pakistan People's Party's most bitter enemies."
• "Reporting from El Cajon -- In this mobile home park full of boys darting around on scooters, Ryan Carter was known as the peacemaker."