noun
acquittance
Acquittance (noun) means a writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand.
noun
1
A writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand.
2
Payment of debt; settlement.
3
The release from a debt, or from some obligation or duty; exemption.
4
The dismissal of a legal charge against someone; acquittal.
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman acquitance, Middle French aquitance, from acquiter (“to acquit”). Compare later acquittal.
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What is the meaning of acquittance?
"acquittance" (noun) means a writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand.
What are the different meanings of acquittance?
"acquittance" has 3 main meanings: 1. A writing which is evidence of a discharge; a receipt in full, which bars a further demand; 2. Payment of debt; settlement; 3. The release from a debt, or from some obligation or duty; exemption.