Definitions for kiss of peace

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

kiss′ of peace′(n.)

  1. a ceremonial greeting or embrace given as a token of Christian love and unity.

    Category: Religion

Origin of kiss of peace:

1895–1900

Princeton's WordNet

  1. pax, kiss of peace(noun)

    (Roman Catholic Church) a greeting signifying Christian love for those assisting at the Eucharist


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