War and Peace definition (1865â1869) A novel by Leo Tolstoy. It recounts the history of several Russian families during the wars against Napoleon Bonaparte. Many consider it the greatest novel ever written.
Full Definition of PLEASE. intransitive verb. 1. : to afford or give pleasure or satisfaction. 2. 3. transitive verb. 1. : to give pleasure to: gratify. 2.ull Definition of PLEASE. intransitive verb. 1. : to afford or give pleasure or satisfaction. 2. 3. transitive verb. 1. : to give pleasure to: gratify. 2.
pay c.1200, to appease, pacify, satisfy, from O.Fr. paiier (12c.), from L. pacare to please, pacify, satisfy (especially a creditor), from pax (gen. pacis) peace. Meaning to give what is due for goods or services arose in M.L., was attested in Eng. by early 13c.; sense of please, pacify died out in Eng. by 1500.