pacifical

Pa·cif·ic  (p-sfk)

n.

The Pacific Ocean.

adj.

1. Of, in, or near the Pacific Ocean.

2. Of, on, or near the western coast of the United States.

3. Of or concerning countries bordering the Pacific Ocean, especially those of Asia and North America.

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pa·cif·ic  (p-sfk) also pa·cif·i·cal (--kl)

adj.

1. Tending to diminish or put an end to conflict; appeasing.

2. Of a peaceful nature; tranquil.

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[French pacifique, from Old French pacifice, from Latin pcificus : px, pc-, peace; see pag- in Indo-European roots + -ficus, -fic.]

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pa·cifi·cal·ly adv.