1. Noun
An absolving, or setting free from guilt, sin, or penalty; forgiveness of an offense.
2. Noun
An acquittal, or sentence of a judge declaring and accused person innocent.
3. Noun
The exercise of priestly jurisdiction in the sacrament of penance, by which Catholics believe the sins of the truly penitent are forgiven.
4. Noun
An absolving from ecclesiastical penalties, -- for example, excommunication.
5. Noun
The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
6. Noun
Delivery, in speech.
7. Noun
the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance
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