Truce (?), n. [OE. trewes,
triwes, treowes, pl. of trewe a truce, properly,
pledge of fidelity, truth, AS. treów fidelity, faith, troth.
See True.] 1. (Mil.) A suspension of
arms by agreement of the commanders of opposing forces; a temporary
cessation of hostilities, for negotiation or other purpose; an
armistice.
2. Hence, intermission of action, pain, or contest;
temporary cessation; short quiet.
Where he may likeliest find
Truce to his restless thoughts.
Milton.
Flag of truce (Mil.), a white flag carried
or exhibited by one of the hostile parties, during the flying of which
hostilities are suspended. -- Truce of God, a
suspension of arms promulgated by the church, which occasionally took place
in the Middle Ages, putting a stop to private hostilities at or within
certain periods.