noun
acquittance
Acquittance (noun) means a written receipt showing that a debt has been paid in full.
noun
1
A written receipt showing that a debt has been paid in full.
2
The paying off of a debt.
3
Being freed from a debt or duty.
4
(law) The dropping of a criminal charge against someone.
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Etymology
Comes from Anglo-Norman acquitance and Middle French aquitance, from acquiter (“to acquit”). Compare the later word acquittal.
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What is the meaning of acquittance?
"acquittance" (noun) means a written receipt showing that a debt has been paid in full.
What is another word for acquittance?
Other words for "acquittance" include release, acquittal, absolution, exculpation, exoneration, quittance.
What is the opposite of acquittance?
The opposite of "acquittance" is condemnation.
What are the different meanings of acquittance?
"acquittance" has 3 main meanings: 1. A written receipt showing that a debt has been paid in full; 2. The paying off of a debt; 3. Being freed from a debt or duty.
