An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

An often temporary cessation of hostilities during wartime for a specific purpose. It may be unilateral or bilateral.

Etymology (EN): From cease from O.Fr. cesser “to come to an end, stop,” from L. cessare “to cease, go slow, be idle,” + → fire.

Etymology (PE): Âtašbas, from âtaš, → fire,

• bas, from bas kardan “to stop, end; leave.”