Detente

Etymology
From the imperative of detenerse, meaning stop!, halt!

Noun

 * 1) A painted or embroidered image of a saint carried over the heart to ward off danger or attack.
 * 2) An amulet or talisman carried for protection against harm.
 * 3) détente (period of history involving calming of tension between the USSR and the U.S.).

Derived terms

 * detente bala

Verb


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