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Definition olive branch in American English

olive branch noun

[singular] noun
1

something that someone does in order to show that they want to stop arguing. The olive branch is often used as a sign meaning peace

Example

He extended an olive branch to community leaders by offering to meet with them.

Definition olive branch in American English