Definition: Meaning of, Geneva Convention in English to English dictionary.
Pronunciation:/ dʒəniːvəkənˈvɛnʃn /
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an agreement first drawn up in Geneva in 1864 and later revised concerning the treatment of captured and wounded military personnel and civilians in wartime
a set of agreements that establish rules for how people should be treated during wars, especially if they are wounded or taken prisoner. The Geneva Convention was first written in Geneva, Switzerland, in the 19th century and was accepted by most countries. It has been changed several times at later international meetings.