Flag Of Truce (Noun)
Meaning
Flag consisting of a piece of white cloth that is hoisted to signal surrender or to ask for a truce.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The commander ordered the soldiers to raise the flag of truce, hoping to negotiate a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
- A flag of truce was waved by the besieged troops, signaling their desire to discuss terms of surrender.
- The opposing forces agreed to meet under a flag of truce to negotiate a temporary ceasefire.
- After days of fighting, the enemy finally raised a flag of truce, indicating their willingness to surrender.
- During the war, the flag of truce was used frequently as a means of communication between the warring parties.