peace pipe
Noun: A ceremonial tobacco pipe, traditionally used by some Indigenous peoples of North America, especially when smoked as a symbolic gesture to seal an agreement or treaty, most notably one of peace.
The term "peace pipe" refers specifically to the ceremonial object and the act of smoking it in a ritual context to establish peace, friendship, or solemn agreement between parties.
- The two tribal leaders smoked the peace pipe to formally end the long conflict.
- In many depictions of historical negotiations, the smoking of a peace pipe symbolizes the forging of an alliance.
- The museum has a beautifully beaded peace pipe in its collection of cultural artifacts.
- "To smoke the peace pipe": This idiomatic phrase means to reconcile, to make peace, or to settle a dispute.
- After years of rivalry, the two companies finally decided to smoke the peace pipe and collaborate on the project.
- Calumet: This is a more formal and specific term, often used interchangeably with "peace pipe," referring to the ceremonial pipe used by Native American tribes.
- Pipe of peace: A less common, synonymous phrase.
- Calumet
- Pipe of peace
- Ceremonial pipe
It is important to note that while "peace pipe" is a widely recognized term in English, it is a simplification. The pipes themselves have deep spiritual and cultural significance beyond just peace treaties, used in various sacred ceremonies, prayers, and diplomatic meetings. The more accurate and respectful terms are often the specific tribal names for the pipe or the word calumet.
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a highly decorated ceremonial pipe of Amerindians; smoked on ceremonial occasions (especially as a token of peace)
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