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Absolution — 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

Absolution is used for these senses in English:

  • shrift (obsolete) Forgiveness given by a priest after confession; remission.

absolution — full definition

  1. noun A formal declaration of forgiveness for sins, especially one given by a priest.
  2. noun A general release from blame or guilt for wrongdoing.

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