absolutie — meaning in English
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English meaning
- absolution noun A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
Senses
absolutie is used for these senses in English:
- absolution (ecclesiastical) An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority. [First attested around 1150 to 1350.]
- absolution The form of words by which a penitent is absolved. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
- absolution An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.]
absolution — full definition
- noun A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
- noun A general release from blame or guilt for wrongdoing.