(military) Stop engaging in hostile acts, particularly those involving firearms. A command that troops end the existing status of engaging in hostile action.

plural of cease-fire (alternative form of ceasefires).

ceaselessly; continually

simple past tense and past participle of cease and desist

present participle of cease and desist

Alternative spelling of cease-fire

In warfare, an agreed end to hostilities for a specific purpose. (Typically only temporary).

(law) To stop and not resume an action.

(law, chiefly attributive) A demand that one stop and not resume continuing a certain behavior, such as copyright infringement, trademark infringement, slander, or libel.

plural of cease fire (alternative form of ceasefires).